It has the reputation as one of the worst Australian films of all time.

[3] Journalist Simon Morris has trouble with his love life.

He is separated from his wife Wendy and daughter Suzie and lives with his girlfriend Liz.

Money came from Roadshow, who wanted Jack Thompson to play the lead, and the New South Wales Film Corporation.

Thornhill: The Journalist was a misfire completely and I think it was my fault entirely.