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Somersault (2004)

"Love can turn you upside down."

6.2 ★20041h 45mEN
DramaRomance

Directed by Cate Shortland

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 45m

Language

EN

Release

June 19, 2004

Director

Cate Shortland

Official Trailer

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Overview

Australian teenager Heidi is left with little choice but to leave home after she's caught red-handed with her mother's boyfriend. With few options, Heidi ends up in Jindabyne, a tourist community. Upon meeting Joe at a bar, she pursues a relationship with him and tries to find something resembling a...

Cast

Abbie Cornish

Abbie Cornish

Heidi

Sam Worthington

Sam Worthington

Joe

Lynette Curran

Lynette Curran

Irene

Erik Thomson

Erik Thomson

Richard

Nathaniel Dean

Nathaniel Dean

Stuart

Diana Glenn

Diana Glenn

Sally

Olivia Pigeot

Olivia Pigeot

Nicole

Damian de Montemas

Damian de Montemas

Adam

Ben Tate

Ben Tate

Sean

Hollie Andrew

Hollie Andrew

Bianca

Leah Purcell

Leah Purcell

Diane

Toby Schmitz

Toby Schmitz

John

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Somersault (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Australian teenager Heidi is left with little choice but to leave home after she's caught red-handed with her mother's boyfriend. With few options, Heidi ends up in Jindabyne, a tourist community. Upon meeting Joe at a bar, she pursues a relationship with him and tries to find something resembling a normal home life. Heidi makes small strides by getting a job and finding a place to stay, but her relationship with Joe must overcome more than its share of hurdles.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Somersault. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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