In Between (miniseries)
| Company type | Mini-series |
|---|---|
| Industry | Television |
| Founded | 1987 |
| Founder | Chris Warner, Kim Dalton |
| Products | Television mini-series |
| Website | www |
In Between is a 1987 Australian mini-series that centers on the lives of four teenagers representing Turkish, Cambodian, Macedonian, and Anglo-Australian heritages. This four-episode production premiered on SBS TV in March 1987. Each episode focuses on a single protagonist from these diverse backgrounds. The screenplay was crafted by Maureen McCarthy and Shane Brennan, with direction by Chris Warner and Mandy Smith. Produced by Warner alongside Kim Dalton, the series predominantly cast newcomers from the featured communities, with only one principal actor having previous acting experience.
Accompanying the series, four books were published, each dedicated to one of the main characters.
Cast
- Fatima Ugyan as Fatima
- Vichea Ten as Saret
- Sheryl Munks as Angie
- Jim Petrovski as Alex
- Ly Lackhenamak as Kanya
- Lupco Talevski as Tome
- Maggie Millar as Bet
- Ferida Sari as Sembra
- Brahim Ozhan as Atila
Reception
Barbara Hooks from The Age regarded In Between as must-watch television, underscoring its significant influence. Garrie Hutchinson commended its authentic approach, blending documentary-style realism with emotional drama. Dennis Pryor viewed the series as a crucial work that moves beyond simplistic terms like "ethnicity" and "multiculturalism" to address migration themes thoughtfully. Jane Sullivan described it as a smart, empathetic, and engaging reflection of modern society. Richard Coleman highlighted its distinctive portrayal of Australian life—rarely depicted on TV—and believed it merited a broad viewership.
Awards
- 1987 AFI Awards
- Best Mini-Series Screenplay – Maureen McCarthy and Shane Brennan – won
- Best Mini Series – Chris Warner, Kim Dalton – nominated
- Best Lead Actor in a Mini Series – Vichea Ten – nominated
External links
- In Between at IMDb