

Beautiful Kate
2009-08-06 · 90 min · ★ 5.7
Ned Kendall is asked to return to the remote and isolated family home by his sister, to say goodbye to his father who is dying. Ned also brings his young aspiring actress fiancee who struggles with the isolation. When home he starts having memories of his childhood many involving his beautiful twin sister and his older brother. These memories awaken long-buried secrets from the family's past.
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- Directors
- Rachel Ward
- Production companies
- Beautiful Kate Productions, Doll Australia, New Town Films Pty. Ltd.
- Countries
- Australia
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 4,300,000
Top Cast
Ben MendelsohnNed Kendall
Maeve DermodyToni
Rachel GriffithsSally Kendall
Sophie LoweKate Kendall
Bryan BrownBruce KendallTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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