Arthur Dignam
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Arthur Dignam (born 9 September 1939) is an Australian character actor, born on Lord Howe Island. He attended Newington College (1955–1956) as a boarder.
He is possibly best known for one of his early roles, that of Brother Francine in Fred Schepisi's The Devil's Playground (1976). While he has worked mainly in film and television, he has also worked in theatre, including musical theatre. He played Pontius Pilate in the Australian production of Jesus Christ Superstar in 1972–73, and appears on the original Australian cast recording.
His son is the actor Nicholas Gledhill.
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| Known For | Acting |
|---|---|
| Most Rating | 0.6394 |
| Birthday | 1939-09-09 |
| Place of Birth | Lord Howe Island, New South Wales, Australia |
| Also Known As |
2001
Moulin Rouge!
7.519/4943
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The Devil's Playground
6.351/37
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Strange Behavior
5.528/71
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5.933/15
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7.5/2
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Comrades
6.9/27
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1974
Petersen
3.8/5
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5.111/9
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7/4
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Those Dear Departed
6/2
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5.571/7
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5/5
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Libido
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Paradise Road
6.3/95
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10/1
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King Solomon's Mines
6/4
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8.5/2
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6.739/69
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Gods and Monsters
6.917/404
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