The Slap 

Traces the shattering repercussions of a single event upon a group of family and friends. Based on Christos Tsiolkas' best-selling novel.

Stars:

Jonathan LaPaglia, Sophie Okonedo, Alex Dimitriades

12 wins & 13 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Jonathan LaPaglia	...	Hector 8 episodes, 2011
Sophie Okonedo	...	Aisha 8 episodes, 2011
Alex Dimitriades	...	Harry 8 episodes, 2011
Essie Davis	...	Anouk 8 episodes, 2011
Lex Marinos	...	Manolis 8 episodes, 2011
Melissa George	...	Rosie 8 episodes, 2011
Sophie Lowe	...	Connie 8 episodes, 2011
Blake Davis	...	Richie 8 episodes, 2011
William McInnes	...	Narrator 8 episodes, 2011
Anthony Hayes	...	Gary 7 episodes, 2011
Julian Mineo	...	Hugo 7 episodes, 2011
Adrian Van Der Heyden	...	Adam 7 episodes, 2011
Diana Glenn	...	Sandi 6 episodes, 2011
Toula Yianni	...	Koula 6 episodes, 2011
Liberty Townsend	...	Melissa 6 episodes, 2011
Raffaele Costabile	...	Rocco 4 episodes, 2011
Jane Allsop	...	Tracey 3 episodes, 2011
Steve Mouzakis	...	Andrew Petrious 3 episodes, 2011
Gillian Jones	...	Rachel 2 episodes, 2011
Oliver Ackland	...	Rhys 2 episodes, 2011
Dimitri Baveas	...	Ali 2 episodes, 2011
Maude Davey	...	Tasha 2 episodes, 2011
Eugenia Fragos	...	Elisavet 2 episodes, 2011
Emily Wheaton	...	Jenna 2 episodes, 2011
Ivan Bradara	...	Lenin 2 episodes, 2011
Tony Briggs	...	Bilal 2 episodes, 2011
Charlotte Nicdao	...	Tina 2 episodes, 2011
Basil Sikiotis	...	Jordan 2 episodes, 2011
Peta Brady	...	Shamira 2 episodes, 2011
George Vasilakakos	...	Sava 2 episodes, 2011
Caitlin Tsiolkas	...	Angelika 2 episodes, 2011
Carlin Briggs	...	Ibby 2 episodes, 2011
Soraya Briggs	...	Sonja 2 episodes, 2011
Mia Lethbridge	...	Camilla 2 episodes, 2011
Jack Haycox	...	Handsome Jack / ... 2 episodes, 2011
Tawni Bryant	...	Resort Waitress 2 episodes, 2011

Storyline

Traces the shattering repercussions of a single event upon a group of family and friends. Based on Christos Tsiolkas' best-selling novel.

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Plot Keywords:

tv mini series | 

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Taglines:

Whose Side Are You On?

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Genres:

Drama

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

ABC [Australia]

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

2011 (Australia)

Also Known As:

The Slap

Filming Locations:

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

Matchbox Pictures

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

16:9 HD

Did You Know?

Connections

Remade as The Slap (2015)

User Reviews

Slap to brawl and everything in between

Evocative Aussie drama that follows the lives of several characters associated with an otherwise innocuous 40th birthday party (LaPaglia) when one of the guests (Dimitriadis) controversially slaps a four-year old who's misbehaving. The resulting court proceedings drive a wedge between friendships, family and reveal the character's vulnerabilities as they struggle with the ignominy of the event, its aftermath and their checkered pasts.

Controversial is probably the best way in which to describe this 8-part tele-series inspired by the novel, as it canvasses virtually the whole gamut of "edgy" subjects (depending on your moral barometer) in alleged rape, infidelity, substance abuse, domestic violence, alcoholism, breast-feeding, cultural ethnicity, interracial marriage etc, etc. through vignettes in which each character is brought into focus for an episode. So saturated with touchy subjects, it almost seems like its contriving a narrative in which they can be showcased. I won't go as far to say that it's done with the sole intent of being controversial, but it does at times, appear gratuitous. Not meaning to sound like a prude, but it is possible to shock without being so explicit, all the time.

Acting seems mostly realistic (LaPaglia, George in particular) and the momentum keeps you engaged in spite of the often cringe-worthy content. If you enjoy the gritty realism of Australian drama then this should appeal, although it may be more confronting than you expect.