A documentary film with some acted sequences sprinkled throughout, The Butler is about the special bond between the director and her brother Nino, in Melbourne, Australia. Kannava, re-establishing her life after developing a chronic health condition (scleroderma) at the age of 30, is assisted by her brother to live her life, and she in turns provide company and support to him, as he attempts to alleviate his loneliness.
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Anna Kannava Director · James Manché Editor
First release July 24, 1997 · Produced in Australia · Production Australian Film Commission, Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Huzzah Productions
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Australian Film Commission
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Australian Broadcasting Corporation
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Film Victoria
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Australia
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English
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Australia · July 24, 1997
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