Downriver

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Ray C 10/07/2024 Nuanced performances by perfectly cast actors, narrative sufficiently complicated to move the jumbled story forward. Even though you don't get a denouement neatly tied up at the end, in that the protagonist, as the accused in a child's murder, had been mistakenly charged, the unexplained details nonetheless proved enough to satisfy, making you glad you'd chosen to watch it. See more 01/21/2018 Too bleak to not give a satisfying ending. See more 06/27/2017 Between a 6/10 and 7/10, A haunting mystery-drama, Downriver gradually layers characters and details until we have a better picture -- though never complete -- of what happened and the consequences of an unresolved crime. See more 06/23/2016 Powerful and beautiful Australian film. I loved watching this film. It deals with dark subject matter, in an unflinchingly and empathetic manner. See more 06/20/2016 'Downriver', is a very purposeful cautionary tale with somewhat bleak outcomes even when it comes to these very type of particular Australian films that explore confronting subject matter such as dark secrets, guilt, atonement and a mystery never wanting to reveal itself. For one the film is incredibly well shot, written and performed throughout, really bringing out the natural sense of the drama. Though when it comes to understanding the main character; James (played by Reef Ireland), whose truly a fascinating character when it comes to the consequences of getting over a past violent deed, there isn't much else given to the development of the supporting characters that don't have much of any redeeming qualities especially when considering the progression of the narrative and consequences of one actions against another. Nonetheless, I found the film to be truly insightful character driven piece, with great performances and underlining mystery that really drives the momentum of the film from the beginning up until the very end. Be cautionary though, don't expect a happy outcome. See more Read all reviews

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