One ambitious manager. Four unknown singers. The tour that put them on the charts wasn't even on a map.
Not currently showing on the local cinema circuit.
Cast |
Chris O'Dowd, Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy, Shari Sebbens, Miranda Tapsell, Tory Kittles, Eka Darville |
Director |
Wayne Blair |
Screenplay | Tony Briggs, Keith Thompson |
Music | Cezary Skubiszewski |
Cinematography | Warwick Thornton |
Editing | Dany Cooper |
Sound formats | Dolby Digital |
Soundtrack | Available |
Made in | 2012 |
Produced by | Goalpost Pictures |
Official Site | IMDB page | ScreenIt Report
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Genre | Comedy, drama |
Language | Low to mild, infrequent |
Nudity | None |
Sex | Scenes of affection, low impact |
Violence | Mild physical and political violence |
Prejudice | Low to mild racial discrimination (historical context) |
Blasphemy | None |
Drug abuse | Low impact, innocuous scenes of alcohol and cigarette use |
Comments | Set during the late 60s, this moderate impact film tells the story of three Aboriginal sisters and their cousin Kay who face the racial discrimination of the times in their homeland Australia, and how they use their talented singing voices to overcome much of the confusion, segregation, judgement and loss they have suffered. Themes in this film are complex and mature, despite the ''comedy'' genre and including themes of discrimination, Australian history, family, the Vietnam war, talent and music. Such themes are depicted in a way that includes elements of language, prejudice, and violence which may be harmful for young children. This moive is therefore not suitable for viewers under 13 years of age. It is however a film that contains educational value and a strong message against racial discrimination. |
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Scale (Max) | 20 | |
What the Critics say | ||
Cape Argus / The Star Dianne de Beer Soul survivors sparkle in dark era. | 10 | |
Rolling Stone Peter Travers You could call it an Aussie Dreamgirls. I'd call it a blast of joy and music that struts right into your heart. | 15 | |
ScreenIt C. Fuchs This is a decent offering. | 12 | |
Metacritic.com 30 critics | 13 | |
Rottentomatoes critics 124 critics | 14 | |
Rottentomatoes tomatometer Tomatometer While it's plenty predictable and sentimental, The Sapphires also has an irresistible feel-good vibe, winning music and charming performances to spare. | 19 | |
Movie Review Query Engine MRQE critics | 14 | |
Movie Review Intelligence 39 critics | 14 | |
What the People say | ||
Internet 4078 Netizens This one is very deserved of your dollar | 14 | |
Average .. 69% | 14 |