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Looking for Alibrandi (1999)

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Rated:

M

Adult themes, loe level coarse language

Director

  • Kate Woods

Actors

  • Anthony Lapaglia
  • Greta Scacchi
  • Kerry Walker
  • Pia Miranda
  • Elena Cotta

Genres

  • Drama

Running time

  • 99 mins
  • More info

Josie Alibrandi has a lot to deal with right now. She's 17, got the dreaded H.S.C. in front of her and the boy of her dreams seems completely out of reach. Then there's that other problem. She's a wog. Sure it's where Josie comes from but it's not where she feels she belongs. In fact, Josie doesn't know where she belongs. With her Nonna in one ear talking about the old country and the stuck-up girls at her school telling her she's an outsider, it's no wonder. This year, however, everything is going to change. Josie will let loose, face her fears, uncover secrets - even discover the true identity of her father. From the bestselling novel by Melina Marchetta, comes the surprise hit of the year starring Greta Scacchi (Emma), Anthony La Paglia (The Client), Pia Miranda (TV's Neighbours) and Kick Gurry (The Thin Red Line), Looking for Alibrandi.

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Reviewed by: Lisa M.   |   6 September 2007

A wonderful, insightful and inspiring film. Very Australian in its context with excellent casting and script. One of those films you can watch again in a few months time. Loved it.

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Reviewed by: Friederike E.   |   20 November 2007

As we are an immigrant family, I could relate to a lot of issues. Not a superb film, but still good

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Reviewed by: Jeanette Robinson   |   10 January 2008

i have watched looking for alibrandi before, it is good & worth watching

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