Australia
Set in northern Australia before World War II, an English aristocrat who inherits a sprawling ranch reluctantly pacts with a stock-man in order to protect her new property from a takeover plot. As the pair drive 2,000 head of cattle over unforgiving landscape, they experience the bombing of Darwin by Japanese forces firsthand.
Critics Sentiment
Drover and team rescue Nullah from bombed Mission Island
Sarah and Drover argue about Nullah and Drover leaves
The film rises from its weakest dramatic moment when Drover leaves (5.5) to its highest point during the rescue mission from Mission Island (8.5), a swing of 3.0 points.
Critics found Australia to be a visually spectacular but uneven epic that struggles to balance its multiple genres and tones. While praised for stunning cinematography, strong performances from Brandon Walters and exciting action sequences, reviewers consistently noted the film's sprawling, disjointed narrative and tonal inconsistencies. The consensus was that despite its flaws and excessive length, it remained entertaining and emotionally engaging.
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Nicole Kidman
Lady Sarah Ashley
Hugh Jackman
The Drover
Essie Davis
Katherine
David Wenham
Neil Fletcher
Bryan Brown
King Carney
David Gulpilil
King George
John Jarratt
Sergeant
Shea Adams
Carney Boy
Nathin Art Butler
Carney Boy
John Walton
Carney Boy
Nigel Harbach
Carney Boy
Eddie Baroo
Bull
Arthur Dignam
Father Benedict
Sandy Gore
Gloria Carney
Bill Hunter
Skipper (Qantas Sloop)
Jacek Koman
Ivan
Ben Mendelsohn
Captain Dutton
Barry Otto
Administrator Allsop
David Ngoombujarra
Magarri
Bruce Spence
Dr. Barker
Crew
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