One of five film collaborations of actor Charles 'Bud' Tingwell and writer-director Paul Cox. They are [in order]: 'My First Wife' (1984), 'Handle with Care' (1986) (TV), 'Innocence' (2000), 'Human Touch' (2004), and 'Salvation' (2008).
One of seven film collaborations of actress Julia Blake and writer-director Paul Cox. They are [in order]: 'Lonely Hearts' (1982), 'Man of Flowers' (1983), 'My First Wife' (1984), 'The Paper Boy' episode of 'Winners' (1985), 'Cactus' (1986), 'Innocence' (2000), and 'Human Touch' (2004). During the 1980s, Blake appeared in a Cox film every year for five straight consecutive years between 1982 and 1986.
During the scene where Paul Hargreaves and Wendy Hughes have the fight, Hargreaves actually punched Hughes during the first take. Director Paul Cox insisted they do it again, as their true emotions had overwhelmed the drama of the scene, in spite of the actors' protests. It was the second take, with simulated punches, that was used.
One of six major film or television productions featuring or starring both Australian cast members, actress Wendy Hughes and actor John Hargreaves. The titles are: Hoodwink (1981), My First Wife (1984), Lust and Revenge (1996), Power Without Glory (1976), Boundaries of the Heart (1988) and Careful, He Might Hear You (1983).