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Frontline is an Australian comedy television series which satirised Australian television current affairs programmes and reporting. It ran for three series of 13 half-hour episodes and was broadcast on ABC TV in 1994, 1995 and 1997.
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Season 3
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E1
Dick on the Line
It's the end of another successful season at Frontline, but after three years at the helm, Mike Moore is not happy. He feels the show has become lightweight, obsessed with ratings rather than serious public issues. It is time to make a stand...
Feb 24, 1997 · 27m -
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E2
My Generation
After giving a talk at a school, Mike becomes concerned that Frontline is presenting a negative view of young people. He sets out to fix the problem, but runs into a small obstacle- his executive producer, Graham Prowse. As Prowsey would say, it's an episode "no parent can afford to miss..."
Mar 3, 1997 · 25m -
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E3
The Shadow We Cast
When an independent Queensland MP makes a controversial maiden speech, the Frontline team swings into action. "Where does she get her prejudiced views from?" demands Mike, before introducing another story on Vietnamese heroin dealers.
Mar 10, 1997 · 26m -
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E4
One Rule for One
After attacking a dubious property developer on air, Mike starts to receive death threats. Prowsey arranges a bodyguard for Mike's protection, but Mike is less than happy about it.
Mar 17, 1997 · 26m -
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E5
A Hole in the Heart (1)
Frontline attempts for save the life of a young boy with a hole in his heart. Brooke makes an announcement.
Mar 24, 1997 · 26m -
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E6
A Hole in the Heart (2)
Mike attempts to play a round of golf with Ian Baker-Finch. Brooke has a decision to make.
Mar 31, 1997 · 26m -
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E7
The Simple Life
While it is revealed that Mike is the fourth richest entertainer in Australia, Frontline profiles the unemployed Baxter family.
Apr 7, 1997 · 26m -
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E8
I Get the Big Names
Mike seeks an interview with Mel Gibson.
Apr 14, 1997 · 27m -
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E9
The Art of the Interview
Prowsey educates the new Sunday Forum producer in the Art of the Interview.
Apr 21, 1997 · 21m -
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E10
"I" Disease
Frontline has a new segment producer, Mike is writing his life story and has an unfortunate accident with a sign language translator.
Apr 28, 1997 · 25m -
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E11
Addicted to Fame
Mike decides to abandon publicity while Geoff's weather special is a big success.
May 5, 1997 · 30m -
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E12
The Code
After years of torture, Mike makes the decision to axe Elliott Rhodes while Marty begins researching Mike for an episode of ""This is Your Life""
May 12, 1997 · 28m -
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E13
Epitaph
Mike goes on an Aboriginal health crusade.
May 19, 1997 · 30m