What is Small Claims?
Small Claims is an Australian television film that first aired on Network Ten in 2004. The production was a collaboration with subscription television services and was broadcast on Foxtel, Austar, and Optus Television.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Release date
- May 17, 2004
- Genres
- Drama
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 8.0/10
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Small Claims is an Australian television film that first aired on Network Ten in 2004. The production was a collaboration with subscription television services and was broadcast on Foxtel, Austar, and Optus Television. Directed by Cherie Nowlan, the film features a cast that includes Rebecca Gibney, Claudia Karvan, Robert Mammone, and Freya Stafford.
The plot centers on Melinda Fehlers, who is attempting to escape her former life. Previously known as Leanne, Melinda is an ex-drug dealer currently on the run. The narrative follows her experience as individuals from her past reappear, creating a sense of deja vu as they attempt to track her down. The film has a runtime of one hour and forty minutes and is classified as a drama. It was released in Australia on May 17, 2004. The project is documented by The Movie Database, IMDb, and other reference sources as a standalone television film, though some records note it as part of a broader series of works.
Should you watch it?
“An ex‑drug dealer flees her past as old enemies close in.”
- Focus on a desperate protagonist
- Explores the consequences of a criminal past
- PG rating limits graphic intensity
Watch it if you enjoy tense dramas about characters confronting their criminal past.
The film’s PG rating makes it suitable for general audiences, with no explicit violence.
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What is the main premise of Small Claims?
The story follows ex‑drug dealer Melinda Fehlers, who is on the run and faces people from her past.
Who is the protagonist?
Melinda Fehlers, formerly known as Leanne, is the central character.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a drama.
What rating does the movie have?
Small Claims is rated PG.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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