Bangkok Hilton (series) (1989)
Release Year: 1989
Nation: Australia
Alternative Title: N/A
Director: Ken Cameron
Writer: Ken Cameron, Terry Hayes, Tony Morphett
Production & Genre
Producer(s):
Companies: Kennedy Miller Productions
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: bangkok, thailand, drugs, escape, father, london, england, miniseries, missing parent, prison, prison escape, thailand
Story
Bangkok Hilton follows Kat Stanton, an Australian woman searching for her father, as she travels from Australia to London and then Bangkok. Along the way, she meets Arkie Regan, a charming photographer who tricks her into carrying his luggage through Thai customs. Unknown to Kat, Arkie has planted drugs in the bag, which are discovered during a routine airport search. Imprisoned in the notorious 'Bangkok Hilton' prison, Kat awaits her fate, facing potential capital punishment. Inside, she befriends fellow inmate Mandy Engels, who is sentenced to death. Meanwhile, Kat's lawyer Richard Carlisle and ex-pat Hal Stanton work tirelessly to secure her release.
Summary
This classic Australian mini-series was directed by Ken Cameron and originally broadcast in three 90-minute episodes in 1989. The story centers around Kat Stanton's search for her missing father, leading her on a journey from Australia to England and ultimately Bangkok. The narrative takes a dramatic turn when Kat is imprisoned in the infamous Bangkok Hilton prison after being used as a drug mule by Arkie Regan. The series explores themes of betrayal, friendship, and resilience amidst harsh prison conditions.
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