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Rob Sitch

b. 1962

Australian film director

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About Rob Sitch

Born 1962. Rob Sitch is an Australian film director, screenwriter, comedian, film producer, television producer and film actor.

Robert Ian Sitch (born 17 March 1962) is an Australian filmmaker, actor and comedian. He directed and co-wrote the comedy films The Castle and The Dish (2000); the former of which is often considered one of the greatest Australian films ever made. On television, he is known for the 1990s comedy series Frontline and the long-running comedy series Utopia (2014–present).

Early life and education Sitch graduated as a medical doctor from the University of Melbourne, and practised medicine for a short time.

Career Tom Gleisner (left), Rob Sitch (middle) and Michael Hirsh at the 2012 Sydney premiere of Any Questions for Ben? Sitch is a member of the Working Dog production company, which has produced the television shows Frontline, A River Somewhere, The Panel, Thank God You're Here, and Utopia, as well as the feature films The Castle, The Dish, and Any Questions for Ben?. Sitch co-wrote and directed each of these films.

Sitch is also a co-author of the satirical Jetlag travel guides to Molvanîa, Phaic Tăn, and San Sombrèro.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Melbourne Grammar School, University of Melbourne, Trinity College, Melbourne Grammar
Also known as
Robert Ian Sitch

Family & relationships

Spouse
Jane Kennedy (actress)

People in Rob Sitch's life

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Contemporaries

People whose lives overlapped Rob Sitch's

Frequently asked questions

Who is Rob Sitch?

Australian film director

When was Rob Sitch born?

Rob Sitch was born on 17 March 1962 in Melbourne.

What is Rob Sitch's occupation?

Rob Sitch is a film director, screenwriter, comedian, film producer, television producer and film actor.

What nationality is Rob Sitch?

Rob Sitch is Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Rob Sitch

· Wikidata: Q2342969

· DBpedia: Rob Sitch

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