Dangerous Remedy

Overview

The ABC telemovie event Dangerous Remedy tells the fascinating story of Dr Bertram Wainer. Living and working in Melbourne in the 1960s, Dr Wainer put his life at risk to expose police corruption in an effort to change the law on abortion and put an end to the illegal operations that were killing young women. It’s a truly inspiring story. Dr Wainer’s determination, even when his own life and that of his family’s was threatened, never faltered. He was living proof that one person can make a difference and change the status quo. With the support of Dr Wainer’s family, the filmmakers have endeavoured to capture the essence of his struggle to expose police corruption and change the law.

Cast

Jeremy Sims

Bertram Wainer

Susie Porter

Peggy Berman

William McInnes

Jack Ford

Maeve Dermody

Jo Wainer

Mark Leonard Winter

Lionel Pugh

Peter O'Brien

Barry Smith

Gary Sweet

Matthews

Caroline Craig

Barbara Wainer

Nicholas Bell

Dr. Troup

Nicole Freeman

Felice Wainer

Emily Wheaton

Bonnie McGregor

N/A

Natalie Carr

Nurse