When going to see a movie you do not have to pick the obvious choice every time. Those viewers who are looking for a drama in the true sense of the word will definitely like to see Lucky Country. The 2009 Australian film brings us back to the early years of the newly born Australian and namely to 1902 when the times were tough for everyone. A family of three – the father Nat and his son Tom and daughter Sarah are trying to survive on the brink of the Australian wilderness until their whole life changes when three former soldiers who have become gold miners appear in their life.
The twists and turns of the movie are dramatic and they manage to expose the all the negative aspects of human nature in a dramatic way. You should not expect a happy ending, but rather a series of powerful dialogues and a lot of questions that remain without answers, but keep us thinking after the film is over. Lucky Country is not a simple form of entertainment – it is emotionally intense and intellectually challenging. This is what makes it a truly profound work that really connects to the audiences from different cultures and countries.
The performance of the cast of Lucky Country is good, but the children are truly impressive. The acting of young Hanna Mangan Lawrence in the role of Sarah and of Toby Wallace as Tom really takes it to another level. Everyone seems to agree that the cinematography is yet another reason for the average viewer to see the films. The nature of Australia is presented in its remarkable yet somehow dramatic beauty, which really adds to the intensity of the plot.
Overall, Lucky County is worth watching. The experience is truly memorable.
