Harrow, Cleverman), Anna Torv (
Stateless, Wentworth), Helana Sawires (
Stateless,
Defending Jacob, Lambs of God) and Noni Hazlehurst (
A Place to Call Home, The End).
They are joined by newcomers Ameshol Ajang, Stacy Clausen and Nyawuda Chuol.
Sally Riley, ABC Head of Drama, Entertainment and Indigenous, said, “The ABC is honoured to be able to share some of the very real and personal experiences of individuals and communities touched by the 2019 bushfires. This series will illuminate their resilience, determination and the community spirit that endures. We are proud to celebrate the start of production which champions this compelling and reflective storytelling with a stellar cast and a phenomenal creative team.”
Red Hot Australian Cast Set for ‘Fires’ Fact-Based Drama Series Variety 2 hrs ago
Leading producers Tony Ayres and Belinda Chayko have assembled an extraordinary Australian cast for Fires, a drama series that presents personal tales from the front lines of the country’s recent catastrophic fire season.
The series, which is now shooting in Victoria state is produced by NBCUniversal -backed Tony Ayres Productions and Matchbox Pictures. Australian Broadcasting Corporation is on board as local broadcaster. International rights are handled by NBCUniversal Global Distribution.
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The project is helmed by three leading film directors: Michael Rymer (“Hannibal,” “Picnic at Hanging Rock”), Ana Kokkinos (“The Hunting,” “Seven Types of Ambiguity”) and Kim Mordaunt (“Wakefield,” “The Rocket”).
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