|
|
In Western Australia, 1931, the small depot of Jigalong sits on the edge of the Gibson Desert. Running through Jigalong and out into the desert is a rabbit-proof fence that bisects Australia from north to south. The fence was built to keep rabbits on one side and pasture on the other. This remote country is home to three spirited Aboriginal girls, Molly, her sister Daisy, and their cousin Gracie.... See Full Description
| Genres: |
Drama and Adaptation |
|
| Running Time: |
1 hr. 34 min. |
|
| Release Date: |
November 29th, 2002 (LA/NY) |
|
| MPAA Rating: |
PG for emotional thematic material. |
|
| Distributors: |
Miramax Films
|
|
| U.S. Box Office: |
$6,165,429 |
|
|
| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
A-
|
|
Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Eleanor Ringel Gillespie
"...the sort of inspirational heart-tugger Hollywood couldn't possibly make up. That's because it's true." more...
|
B+ |
Chicago Tribune, Robert K. Elder
"...taut storytelling..." more...
|
B |
Cincinnati Enquirer, Margaret A. McGurk
"...when the camera focuses on the girls, the story is as riveting as the vast Australian skies that frame the journey." more...
|
B+ |
filmcritic.com, Sean O'Connell
"...gives us a cause we can get behind: a marathon journey home." more...
|
B+ |
|
|