Squizzy Taylor is a 1982 Australian drama film based on the life of Melbourne gangster, Squizzy Taylor, directed by Kevin James Dobson and starring David Atkins, Jacki Weaver and Alan Cassell.
Cast
Alan Cassell as Det. Brophy
David Atkins as Squizzy Taylor
Jacki Weaver as Dolly
Robert Hughes as Reg Harvey
Steve Bisley as 'Snowy' Cutmore
Michael Long as Det. Piggott
Kim Lewis as Ida Pender
Cul Cullen as Henry Stokes
Peter Hosking as Angus Murray
Tony Rickards as Dutch
Simon Thorpe as Paddy
Paul Trahair as Young Detective
Peter Paulson as 'Long' Harry Slater
David Scott as 'Bunny' Whiting
Jenni Caffin as Tart with Squizzy
Production
Writer Roger Simpson had been researching the period since he helped adapt Power Without Glory (1976.) The filmmakers also used research done by Nigel Buesst for his film on Squizzy Taylor.
The film was shot on location in Melbourne. Its critical and commercial response was limited.
Home media
Squizzy Taylor was released on DVD with a new transfer by Umbrella Entertainment in July 2007. The DVD is compatible with all region codes and includes special features such as the theatrical trailer and a featurette titled The Rise and Fall of Squizzy Taylor.
On 11 November 2012 the film was made available on Umbrella Entertainment Streaming Services.