Colin Eggleston

Colin Eggleston

Deceased · Born: Sep 23, 1941 · Died: Aug 10, 2002

Personal Details

BornSep 23, 1941 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Spouse
  • Dimity Reed

    ( Dec 22, 1962 to Dec 2, 2025 )
  • Briony Behets

    ( Dec 2, 2025 to Dec 2, 2025 )

Biography

Colin Eggleston, a multifaceted creative force, entered this world on September 23, 1941, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, a city renowned for its cultural and artistic vibrancy.

As a writer and director, Eggleston left an indelible mark on the film industry, his body of work including the critically acclaimed Long Weekend (1978),the thought-provoking Cassandra (1987),and the influential television series Division 4 (1969).

Eggleston's personal life was marked by two significant relationships, his marriages to Dimity Reed and Briony Behets, both of whom played important roles in his life.

Tragically, Colin Eggleston's life was cut short when he passed away on August 10, 2002, in Geneva, Canton Geneva, Switzerland, a city steeped in history and culture.

Career

1979
Long Weekend
Long Weekend as Marcia's Lover (voice) (uncredited)
1980
Stage Fright
Stage Fright as Screenplay
1988
The Wicked
The Wicked as Director, Writer
1987
Cassandra
Cassandra as Director, Screenplay
1986
Sky Pirates
Sky Pirates as Director
1984
Innocent Prey
Innocent Prey as Director, Writer
1979
Long Weekend
Long Weekend as Director
1977