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The Slap
An eight-part drama series based on the award-winning novel by Christos Tsiolkas. The Slap tells the story of a group of people enjoying a backyard barbecue together, who are torn apart when one man slaps the child of another guest. The boy's parents are so upset by the assault that they call the police and bring legal action against the man, forcing family and friends to take sides. Each one-hour episode tells the story from the perspective of one of the main characters.
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Episode 1
Hector
43 mins
Family and friends gather at Hector's house for a BBQ to celebrate his 40th birthday. But during the festivities a guest slaps a child who is not his own. No-one can see it at the time, but this single act begins to unravel the social fabric which once linked them all together.
Awards
- 2012 - Silver Logie - Most Outstanding Actor - nominated
- 2012 - Silver Logie - Most Outstanding Actress - nominated
- 2012 - Silver Logie - Most Outstanding Actress - winner
- 2012 - Silver Logie - Most Outstanding Drama Series, Miniseries or Telemovie - winner
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