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Bran Nue Dae

2009 · Movie · PG-13 · 85 min · ★ 5.4 · 56% critics

ComedyDramaRomance

In 1960s Australia, a carefree teen is sent from his coastal hometown to a strict religious mission for schooling. After a punishment pushes him too far, he escapes and sets off on a lively road trip filled with music, odd encounters, and hard truths, all pointing him back toward home.

Based on Bran Nue Dae

Also known as Brand New Day

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Details
Years
2009
Release date
2009-08-09
Language
English
Rated
PG-13
Runtime
85 min
Critic score
56/100
TMDB rating
5.4/10 (32 votes)
About

If you enjoy quirky, feel-good musical road trips with broad humor and a touch of social commentary, this could click for you; Not for you if you want a tight plot or nonstop catchy songs like Kinky Boots.

Pros: upbeat musical comedy; warm outback vibe; big laughs | Cons: thin episodic story; uneven songs; silly contrived moments

Themes

  • australia
  • musical
  • woman director
  • western australia

Awards & recognition

  • AACTA AwardBest Actress in a Supporting Role · 2010
  • AACTA AwardBest Original Music Score · 2010 · nominated
  • AACTA AwardBest Film · 2010 · nominated
  • AACTA AwardBest Adapted Screenplay · 2010 · nominated
  • AACTA AwardBest Costume Design · 2010 · nominated
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  • AACTA AwardBest Actress in a Supporting Role · 2010 · nominated
  • AACTA AwardBest Sound · 2010 · nominated

Cast & crew

Directed by Rachel Perkins