David Phillips David Phillips i(A57216 works by)
Born: Established: 1948 ;
Gender: Male
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1 form y separately published work icon Holly's Heroes David Phillips , Sam Carroll , Meaghan Smith , John Reeves , Alix Beane , George Tosi , ( dir. Pino Amenta et. al. )agent Australia New Zealand : Gibson Group Nine Network , 2005 Z1881838 2005 series - publisher film/TV

An Australian-New Zealand co-production.

'When 14-year-old New Zealander Holly McKenzie arrives in the Australian seaside town of Woolich, her dreams of playing basketball with the RAMS, one of the best junior basketball teams in the district, are quickly shattered. Determined to prove her ability, Holly forms her own team—the OUTLAWS. With basketball as a backdrop, Holly's Heroes is a funny and light hearted exploration of being the new kid on the block, the importance of friendship, the value of teamwork, first love, and the rewards that come from participation and the simple love of sport. Holly learns that the feeling of belonging she achieves with her team is far more important than simply winning.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 form y separately published work icon Wicked Science Simon Butters , Annie Fox , Peter A. Kinloch , Susan MacGillicuddy , Helen MacWhirter , Greg Millin , Kris Mrksa , David Phillips , Jo Watson , Max Dann , Judith Colquhoun , Sam Carroll , Philip Dalkin , Chris Anastassiades , Alix Beane , Annette Moore , ( dir. Grant Brown et. al. )agent Australia : Jonathan M. Shiff Productions , 2004-2006 Z1847255 2004-2006 series - publisher film/TV young adult science fiction

Two students--easy-going and not terribly academically inclined Toby and unpopular teacher's pet Elizabeth--are hit by an unusual magnetic pulse that transforms them both into scientific geniuses. While Toby is uncomfortable with his new power and not certain how to put it to use, Elizabeth revels in hers, hoping to dominate the school.

Creator Jonathan M. Shiff notes (in the media kit for season one) that

'I wanted the series to be grounded in real teenagers and an authentic school environment - bringing the chaos of teenage emotions and friendship to the backdrop of science and adventure. Wicked Science is very much driven by Elizabeth's desire to catch Toby's attention and instead of witchcraft or magic it is science she uses as the tool'.

The production company also liased with Australian Teachers of Media (ATOM) to create a study guide that would enable teachers to use Wicked Science as a starting point for classroom discussions of science, its place in society, and the specific scientific concepts explored in the series.

1 form y separately published work icon The Sleepover Club Ellie Beaumont , Chris Kunz , Meg Mappin , Kirsty Fisher , Fiona Wood , Marieke Hardy , David Hannam , Meaghan Smith , David Phillips , Louise Le Nay , Piers Hobson , Sue Hore , Anthony Morris , Sarah Rosetti , Shirley Van Sanden , Annie Fox , Vanessa Yardley , John Thomson , Phil Thomson , ( dir. Arnie Custo et. al. )agent Australia : Burberry Productions Nine Network , 2003-2007 Z1883334 2003-2007 series - publisher film/TV

'Based on the popular books by Rose Impey, this comedy-drama series features five 12-year-old girls on their quest for identity, individuality, belonging, family, friendship and how to have the most fun while trying to deny the existence of boys.'

Source: Screen Australia. (Sighted: 3/12/2013)

1 form y separately published work icon Pirate Islands : A Modern Girl in a Pirate World Stephen Davis , Annie Fox , Michael Joshua , Peter A. Kinloch , Meg Mappin , Kris Mrksa , David Phillips , David Rapsey , Jo Watson , Kier Shorey , ( dir. Richard Jasek et. al. )agent Australia : Jonathan M. Shiff Productions Network Ten , 2003 Z1850345 2003 series - publisher film/TV children's young adult fantasy adventure science fiction

Fifteen-year-old Kate and her two younger siblings, Nicholas and Sarah, are accidentally zapped inside Kate's current video-gaming obsession: Pirate Islands, a swashbuckling action-adventure game. Now the children--and the island's existing population of castaway children, led by the fearless Mars--must battle the fearsome Captain Blackheart if they wish to get back to their own world.

The program is structured around the generic conventions of video gaming: the protagonists must find a powerful object (the Golden Idol) in order to exit the game; the islands contain 'power ups', namely a jet-pack and magic boots, that give the protagonists super-human powers; and the location is divided into several distinct environments that the protagonists can explore (Castaway Island, Haunted Island, Plant Island, Main Island, and Secret Island).

The program has never been released on DVD in its entirety, but was cut down and released as two films.

1 form y separately published work icon Snobs Graeme Koetsveld , Kym Goldsworthy , Mark Shirrefs , John Armstrong , Chris Kunz , Neville Brown , Peter Gawler , David Phillips , Jennifer Mellet , Nick Wilson , Paul Leadon , ( dir. Ralph Strasser et. al. )agent Sydney : Southern Star Entertainment Nine Network , 2003-2004 7496777 2003 series - publisher film/TV children's

'Set in the picture-postcard community on Sydney's northern beaches, SNOBS is the story of unlikely friends - Abby, the daughter of a wealthy, middle class traditional family and Marian, a boy from a group of modern day nomads who have come to be known as Ferals - the arrival of whom upsets the peace of the community and is the catalyst for conflict, adventure and intrigue.'

Source: Screen Australia.

1 1 form y separately published work icon Young Lions Don Watson , Tim Gooding , Peter A. Kinloch , John Banas , Deborah Parsons , David Phillips , David Ogilvy , Peter Schreck , Michael Miller , Tony Morphett , Justin Monjo , Shelley Birse , ( dir. Robert Klenner et. al. )agent Sydney : Southern Star Entertainment Nine Network , 2002 6048101 2002 series - publisher film/TV detective crime

A short-lived television series about idealistic young police officers in an inner-city Sydney area, Young Lions did not rate well, and was not renewed for a second season.

1 form y separately published work icon White Collar Blue Peter Gawler , Sam De Brito , John Misto , David Phillips , Tim Pye , Keith Aberdein , Beatrix Christian , Keith Thompson , Kym Goldsworthy , Michael Miller , David Ogilvy , Deborah Parsons , Kris Wyld , Kristen Dunphy , Peter Schreck , ( dir. Brendan Maher et. al. )agent 2002 Sydney : Network Ten Knapman Wyld Television , 2002-2003 6044859 2002 series - publisher film/TV crime detective

'The detectives of the Kingsway Major Crime Squad fight to preserve their Pacific Paradise. Crime knows no boundaries—from the Miami-like streets of Sylvania Waters, all dark glass and pontoons, to the towering cranes on the Container Wharves of Botany Bay, bordered by the white beaches and blue water between Monterey and Hungry Point. This is our world. It's tough. It's beautiful. Dangerous. A contradiction.'

Source: Australian Television Information Archive. (Sighted: 12/6/2013)

1 form y separately published work icon Head Start Chris Roache , Kevin Roberts , Peter A. Kinloch , Glen Dolman , Marla Scnilli , Andrea Del Bosco , David Phillips , Christine McCourt , Serge Lazareff , ( dir. Steve Mann et. al. )agent Australia : Gannon Television , 2001 Z1896090 2001 series - publisher film/TV

'They've each been given a $20,000 head start but there's still time for you to catch up with Loc Minh, Clare and Patrick Gormley, Basia Lem, Seth Wallace, Kyle Richter and Katherine Ingram as they take off in pursuit of their dreams. Shepherded by company representative Garret Quinn, a reformed maverick trying to redeem his reputation in the eyes of his multi-national banker bosses, seven young adults try to make their mark on the world with their own dynamic and innovative ideas. Will they accomplish their cherished objectives or go with their failed ambitions like lambs to the slaughter?'

Source: Australian Television Information Archive. (Sighted: 22/10/2012)

1 3 form y separately published work icon McLeod's Daughters Jane Allen , Robert Armin , Blake Ayshford , Shane Brennan , Hamilton Budd , Sam Carroll , Elizabeth Coleman , Chris Corbett , Louise Crane , Max Dann , Ysabelle Dean , Peter Dick , Liz Doran , Robert Dudley , Sarah Duffy , Fin Edquist , Anthony Ellis , Justine Gillmer , Jutta Goetze , Kym Goldsworthy , Marieke Hardy , Chris Hawkshaw , Claire Haywood , Rick Held , John Honey , Sue Hore , Andrew Kelly , Margaret Kelly , Vicki Madden , Meg Mappin , Mardi McConnochie , Christine McCourt , Jackie McKimmie , Christina Milligan , Greg Millin , Denise Morgan , Michaeley O'Brien , Murray Oliver , Elizabeth Packett , Deborah Parsons , Chris Pearce , Chris Phillips , David Phillips , John Ridley , Giula Sandler , Hadass Segal , Sarah Smith , Nick Stevens , Charlie Strachan , Cathy Strickland , Lily Taylor , Katherine Thomson , Tracey Trinder-Doig , Jeff Truman , Alana Valentine , James Walker , Dave Warner , Sally Webb , Carol Williams , Margaret Wilson , Samantha Winston , Alexa Wyatt , Posie Graeme-Evans , Caroline Stanton , ( dir. Ali Ali et. al. )agent Australia : Nine Network Southern Star Entertainment , 2001-2009 Z1858228 2001-2009 series - publisher film/TV
1 form y separately published work icon Horace and Tina John Coulter , Jutta Goetze , Robert Greenberg , David Hannam , Marieke Hardy , Sue Hore , Kris Mrksa , David Phillips , Peter A. Kinloch , Helen MacWhirter , Michael Joshua , ( dir. Richard Jasek et. al. )agent Australia : Jonathan M. Shiff Productions , 2001 Z1856893 2001 series - publisher film/TV children's fantasy

Thirteen-year-old Lauren's life is confusing enough, with her mother remarrying, moving to another country, and introducing Lauren to a new stepfather and little stepbrother. But that's not nearly as confusing as the day two Nelfs (Santa's helpers) jump from his sleigh and into Lauren's life. With Santa's rounds finished for another year, Lauren is stuck with the bickering, meddling siblings until next Christmas. But when only Lauren can see them, her family start to think she's going mad.

1 form y separately published work icon Cybergirl Barbara Bishop , Everett de Roche , Peter A. Kinloch , David Phillips , Charlie Strachan , Helen MacWhirter , Annie Fox , ( dir. Mark DeFriest et. al. )agent Australia : Jonathan M. Shiff Productions , 2001-2002 Z1842760 2001-2002 series - publisher film/TV science fiction children's

A prototype cybernetic human from a distant planet crash-lands on Earth in order to explore the species from which she was developed. To move safely around the city, she disguises herself as the human cousin of a local boy. But two evil replicants are sent after her.

In positioning this program for the media, Jonathan M. Shiff emphasised both similarities to and differences from his previous programs:

'With CYBERGIRL, I set out asking myself how to create a series which has a teenage girl as a principal lead star, in a hip and modern way for the 21st century. Whereas OCEAN GIRL dealt with environmental themes, CYBERGIRL deals with the balance between humans and technology. In a world where millions of our audience are comfortable with the Internet, I thought it would be fun to have our hero as a walking computer!'

Indeed, Shiff placed great emphasis on his choice of a young female protagonist:

'I believe it has been many years since young children had a female superhero - the last was probably WONDER WOMAN. The recent trend for children, especially girls, to identify with characters like CHARLIE'S ANGELS indicates a strong desire for them to see themselves in the media as quite proactive, intelligent and strong, whilst still being emotionally sensitive'.

Source: Cybergirl media kit: http://www.jonathan-m-shiff.com.au/downloads/cg_media_kit.pdf. (Sighted: 17/2/2012)

1 form y separately published work icon Escape of the Artful Dodger David Phillips , Robert Loader , Karen Petersen , Roger Mirams , ( dir. Howard Rubie et. al. )agent Australia : Reg Grundy Enterprises The Producers Group Nine Network , 2001 7392751 2001 series - publisher film/TV historical fiction

'Tells the story of Jack Dawkins, introduced in Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist as the Artful Dodger, the fastest-talking, nimblest-fingered young pick-pocket in London. As he side-steps and ducks his way from one disaster to another, the Dodger comes to realise that his voyage to Australia may be a real escape from his old life, an opportunity to be not a crook, but a hero.'

Source: Screen Australia.

1 form y separately published work icon Nelf Rot David Phillips , Australia : Jonathan M. Shiff Productions , 2001 6042943 2001 single work film/TV fantasy
1 form y separately published work icon Always Greener Anthony Ellis , Margaret Wilson , Mardi McConnochie , Marieke Hardy , Andrew Kelly , Tracey Trinder-Doig , Louise Fox , Jutta Goetze , Sue Hore , Jason Herbison , Louise Crane , Philip Dalkin , Bevan Lee , Ysabelle Dean , Glen Dolman , Sarah Duffy , David Hannam , David Phillips , Elizabeth Coleman , Abe Pogos , Boaz Stark , Fiona Wood , Grant Wolf , Chris Bates , ( dir. Scott Hartford-Davis et. al. )agent Australia : Seven Network Southern Star Entertainment , 2001-2003 24553471 2001 series - publisher film/TV
1 form y separately published work icon The Farm Judith Colquhoun , David Phillips , ( dir. Kate Woods ) Australia : Australian Broadcasting Corporation , 2001 24553317 2001 series - publisher film/TV
1 form y separately published work icon Above the Law Tony Morphett , Louise Crane , David Phillips , John Banas , Tony Morphett , Inga Hunter , ( dir. Scott Hartford-Davis et. al. )agent Australia : Hal McElroy Southern Star Network Ten , 2000-2001 Z1934373 2000-2001 series - publisher film/TV crime

'The Metro is a funky inner city block where there are as many stories as there are apartments, where a cafe and a community police station make up the ground floor, and where the penthouse (and indeed most of the building) is owned by a corrupt businessman who enjoys the irony of living 'above the law'.

'Created by veteran Australian television writer Tony Morphett (Blue Heelers, Water Rats) and wife Inga Hunter, Above The Law invites the viewer into a 'vertical village' where a host of colourful characters form firm friendships and relationships based on humour, respect, love and lust.

'When 'Vegas' Pete Murray is sent to jail, his unsuspecting daughter Olivia (Alyssa-Jane Cook) is forced to move into The Metro. While she confronts her father's murky past, she finds herself struggling to control his empire, and learning to live with the other inhabitants of The Metro.'

Source: McElroy All Media (http://www.mcelroyallmedia.com.au/index.php?page=above-the-law). (Sighted: 19/4/2013)

1 form y separately published work icon Li'l Horrors Ray Boseley , Glen Dolman , Annie Fox , Robert Greenberg , Peter Hepworth , Brendan Luno , Clare Madsen , David Phillips , David Rapsey , Hugh Stuckey , Penelope Trevor , Anthony Watt , Kevin Nemeth , Beverley Macdonald , Jamie Forbes , Meg Mappin , Chris Anastassiades , Adam Todd , Nancy Groll , ( dir. Chris Langman et. al. )agent Australia : December Films , 2000 Z1856886 2000 series - publisher film/TV children's humour horror

A live-action puppet show, Li'l Horrors followed the misadventures of the students at a school run by Morbidda Bates, a retired horror-film actress. The students included examples of key monsters from horror films: vampires, Frankenstein's monster, gorgons, mummies, zombies, werewolves, and swamp creatures.

According to December Films' press release for the series:

Li'l Horrors is a children's puppet sitcom specifically produced for the 5-8 year old age group. This is an age group who are currently not well catered for. Much programming is made for pre-schoolers and for 9 year olds and above. Li'l Horrors is created for this in between age group. It does not talk down to its audience or aim over its head. It is, however, infused with enough wit and off-the-wall humour to engage an even wider audience. Aimed well at [its] target audience, it is modern, slick, sly, funny and irreverent.

The program also focuses strongly on difference, with each of the characters quite strongly physically different from one another, as well as widely different in behavious and characteristics.

1 form y separately published work icon Valley of the Shadow : Part One David Phillips , ( dir. Mark Piper ) Australia : Red Heart Entertainment , 2000 6084002 2000 single work film/TV

'All Saints is thrown into emergency status when an explosion creates chaos and carnage. The disaster becomes personal when the staff realise that Von is missing. Steph has to put aside her fears about her own pregnancy while Ben and Bron fight to save the life of a pregnant woman and her unborn child.'

Source: Australian Television Information Archive. (Sighted: 25/6/2013)

1 form y separately published work icon Something in the Air Anthony Morris , David Phillips , Sally Webb , Peter A. Kinloch , Sue Hore , David Hannam , Meaghan Smith , Katherine Thomson , Paul Davies , Elizabeth Huntley , Graham Hartley , Jo Martino , Abe Pogos , Fiona Wood , Everett de Roche , Kris Wyld , Judith Colquhoun , Rob George , Kelly Lefever , Marieke Hardy , Martin McKenna , Barbara Bishop , Nick Stevens , Linda Aronson , Jutta Goetze , Cliff Green , Ro Hume , Debra Oswald , Kevin Roberts , Yuki Asano , Bill Garner , Jenny Lewis , Chris Phillips , Karin Altmann , Neville Brown , Michael Joshua , Roger Simpson , Elizabeth Coleman , Alan Hardy , Galia Hardy , ( dir. Ali Ali et. al. )agent Australia : Beyond Simpson Le Mesurier Australian Broadcasting Corporation , 2000-2002 25704858 2000 series - publisher film/TV
1 form y separately published work icon Chuck Finn James Beard , John Coulter , Ysabelle Dean , Coral Drouyn , Roger Dunn , Ron Elliott , Annie Fox , Peter Hepworth , Simon Hopkinson , Neil Luxmoore , Victoria Osbourne , David Phillips , Mark Poole , Sheila Sibley , Geraldine Mellet , Vincent Gil , Faye Grant-Williams , Brendan Luno , ( dir. Pino Amenta et. al. )agent Perth : Barron Entertainment , 1999-2000 Z1849145 1999-2000 series - publisher film/TV children's fantasy

Chuck Finn follows Charles 'Chuck' Finn, a Canadian boy whose parents move from Toronto to the Australian country town of Tingalla. At first, he longs desperately to return to Toronto, but he soon finds the decommissioned and derelict paddle steamer the Tingalla Rose. Soon, he and his friends--some of whom are ghostly, rather than mortal--are enchanted by the possibility of getting the Tingalla Rose running again and seduced by life on the Murray River.

Unfortunately for Chuck Finn, Barron Entertainment declared bankruptcy during the production of season two. A truncated season of six episodes was completed and released, but the production was abandoned at that point.

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