Synopsis
Joshua “J” is taken in by his extended family after his mother dies of an overdose. The clan, ruled by J’s scheming grandmother, is heavily involved in criminal activities, and J is soon indoctrinated into their way of life. But J is given a chance to take another path when a cop seeks to help him.
Facts
Awards
AACTA Award for Best Film, AACTA Award for Best Editing, AACTA Award for Best Original Music Score, AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role, AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role, AACTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
Setting
Melbourne, Australia
Filming location
Australia
Production
Screen Australia, VicScreen, Screen NSW, Showtime movie channels
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Los Angeles Film Awards 2025
- STOCKHOLM INTERNATIONAL FANTASTIC FILM FESTIVAL - MONSTERS OF FILM 2026 2023
- Academy Awards 2011 academy_award
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 2011 generic
- Sundance Film Festival 2010 generic
- Village Voice Film Poll 2010 generic
