Colin Eggleston

Colin Eggleston

Deceased · Born: Sep 23, 1941 · Died: Aug 10, 2002

Personal Details

BornSep 23, 1941 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Spouse
  • Dimity Reed

    ( Dec 22, 1962 to May 14, 2025 )
  • Briony Behets

    ( May 14, 2025 to May 14, 2025 )

Biography

Colin Eggleston, a renowned Australian writer and director, was born on September 23, 1941, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant atmosphere. This exceptional individual made a lasting impact on the film industry, leaving behind a legacy that continues to be celebrated to this day. His notable works include the thought-provoking and critically acclaimed "Long Weekend" (1978),a film that is widely regarded as a classic of Australian cinema and has stood the test of time.

Colin Eggleston, an extraordinary individual, had the privilege of sharing his life with not one, but two remarkable spouses, Dimity Reed and Briony Behets, with whom he formed profound emotional bonds that transcended the ordinary boundaries of human connection.

Throughout his life, Colin's existence was characterized by a deep sense of love and connection with those around him, a testament to the profound impact that his relationships had on his life and the lives of others.

Despite the brevity of his life, Colin's existence was marked by a sense of purpose and meaning that was deeply rooted in his ability to form meaningful connections with others, a quality that is all too often overlooked in today's fast-paced and often superficial world.

In the end, it was Colin's capacity for love and connection that defined his life, and it is this legacy that will continue to inspire and uplift those who were fortunate enough to know him.

Career

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1979
Long Weekend
Long Weekend as Marcia's Lover (voice) (uncredited)
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1980
Stage Fright
Stage Fright as Screenplay
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1988
The Wicked
The Wicked as Director, Writer
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1987
Cassandra
Cassandra as Director, Screenplay
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1986
Sky Pirates
Sky Pirates as Director
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1984
Innocent Prey
Innocent Prey as Director, Writer
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1979
Long Weekend
Long Weekend as Director
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1977