Peter Benedict's Executioner critiques outdated Tory MP portrayal in darkly comic thriller
Actor-director Peter Benedict's thriller, Executioner, features a sleazy MP entangled in darkly comic blackmail. The film, set in Marlowe's basement studio, showcases a budget feel reminiscent of a staged play. Critics note its outdated portrayal of a Tory MP, reflecting on political changes since its original play debut in 2007.
How does this story land?
Summary by OZbrief Editorial · The Guardian Australia · Source
Take it further — get the full app and never miss a moment of what's happening in Australia.
This publisher's site can't be shown here due to their security settings.
Open full article →No source link available for this article.
Published 30 Jun 2026, 06:00 UTC · Updated 30 Jun 2026, 06:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The Guardian Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
Trending
- Cody Gakpo and partner Noa van der Bi announce miscarriage of son
- Court returns proceeds of house sale seized from convicted paedophile
- Abigail Velez apologizes for controversial comment about Bosnia during broadcast
- Katrina Kroetch showcases women's magic talent at Melbourne Magic Festival
- Former CFMEU chief pleads for drug trafficker tied to Big Build corruption
- David Hencke, journalist who exposed 'cash for questions' scandal, dies at 79