27A - 1974

27A 1974 Directed by Esben Storm

A middle-aged alcoholic is sentenced to six weeks in jail for a minor offense. While there he undergoes psychiatric treatment for his alcoholism and is committed to a hospital for the criminally insane for the duration of his sentence. However, under Section 27A of the Queensland Mental Health Act, he can be detained indefinitely until the hospital authorities declare him eligible for release.

Countries Australia , USA

Production Country Australia

Language English

Spoken Language English

Production Company Smart Street Films

Release Date 5 June 1974

86 mins