Undertow (2018 film)
| Undertow | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Miranda Nation |
| Written by | Miranda Nation |
| Produced by | Lyn Norfor |
| Starring | Olivia DeJonge Josh Helman Laura Gordon Rob Collins |
| Cinematography | Bonnie Elliott |
| Edited by | Julie-Anne De Ruvo Nick Meyers |
| Music by | Lisa Gerrard James Orr Raul Sanchez |
Release date | Melbourne International Film Festival in 2018[1] |
Running time | 96 minutes |
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
Undertow is a 2018 Australian TV movie written and directed by Miranda Nation.
Plot[edit]
Claire, who is grieving the loss of her baby, suspects her husband may be cheating.
Cast[edit]
- Olivia DeJonge as Angie
- Josh Helman as Brett
- Laura Gordon as Claire
- Rob Collins as Dan
Production[edit]
Undertow is Nation's first feature film. It was shot in Geelong in 2017.[2] The production had a high proportion of female crew members.[3]
Awards[edit]
- 10th AACTA Awards
- AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role - Laura Gordon - Nominated[4]
- AACTA Award for Best Editing - Julie-Anne De Ruvo and Nick Meyers - Nominated[4]
Reception[edit]
Vicky Roach of the Daily Telegraph gave it 3 stars, calling it "An impressive showcase for some extraordinary Australian talent."[5] Writing in the Canberra Times, Jane Freebury gave it 3 stars, concluding "Undertow is in many ways an impressive achievement, and it augurs well for director Nation's next project."[3] David Stratton gave it 3 stars in The Australian. He states "The plotting is convoluted and the motivations not always clear, but the film gets by on the strength of some solid performances and the attractive photography by Bonnie Elliott."[6] The Sun Herald's Sandra Hall gave it 3 1/2 stars, finishing her review "It's an intelligent film, but it's relentless."[7]
References[edit]
- ^ Keast, Jacky (5 March 2020), "Miranda Nation explores female relationships in 'Undertow'", IF
- ^ Hayward, Tess (14 March 2020), "Strong female lead", Geelong Today
- ^ a b Freebury, Jane (6 March 2020), "Undertow is an atmospheric Australian psychodrama about football culture and obsession", The Canberra Times
- ^ a b Gilbertson, Matt (31 October 2020), "South Aussie made shows in the spotlight at AACTA awards", Sunday Mail
- ^ Roach, Vicky (8 March 2020), "Character shines in gripping showcase of Aussie talent", The Daily Telegraph
- ^ Stratton, David (7 March 2020), "Performances anchor tangled plot", The Australian
- ^ Hall, Sandra (26 February 2020), "Gloomy pall hovers over smart Australian thriller Undertow", The Sydney Morning Herald
