A decent working-class father must pay a staggering debt – a symptom of his gambling addiction – by the end...
A decent working-class father must pay a staggering debt – a symptom of his gambling addiction – by the end of the day in this Australian drama. It’s also school holidays, forcing his son to come along for the ride.
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79 %19 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
50 %26 reviewsAudience score rating
"Short, sharp and rewarding feature debut of Australian writer-director Jason Raftopoulos."
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Variety
Variety"West of Sunshine’s rough, down-at-heel Aussie vibe prompts one to set it alongside other recent bawlers and brawlers, such as Kriv Stenders’ Boxing Day or David Michod’s Animal Kingdom."
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The Guardian
The Guardian"A conventional but touching social-realist drama."
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The Age
The Age"The film realises Raftopoulos's desire to deliver a film that looks as if it's been distilled from reality but in this instance, naturalism isn't enough. The judicious injection of a sense of heightened drama could have made all the difference."
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Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Morning Herald"Ample location shots, and the unaffected presence of star Damien Hill and his real-life stepson Tyler Perham, help build a sincere and resonant effort that finds relatable insights in its slight yet involving scenario."
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Screen Daily
Screen Daily"Running to a lean 78 minutes, this road trip around the byways of Australia’s southern capital finally climaxes in a moment of symbolism that will surprise no one..."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood Reporter"...well written and well acted by all concerned..."
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FilmInk
FilmInkWest of Sunshine | Details
- Runtime
- 78
- Genre
- Drama
- Country of origin
- Australia
