Van Diemen's Land

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Oaklee D A horrifyingly bleak retelling of the true story of Alexander Pearce, this film is not for the faint of heart but it is well worth the watch. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/15/25 Full Review delysid d refreshing to see a movie that's not a CGI hollywood remake Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 02/12/21 Full Review Audience Member Extremely slow and boring for most of the film. Rated 1/5 Stars •  Rated 1 out of 5 stars 02/25/23 Full Review brendan n I enjoyed this film and the depiction of the Alexander Pearce escape, the film is beautifully shot and makes for a very uneasy watching. I notice one review stated that these men didn't even attempt fishing, in those days these lower class men knew no trade or how to survive. They only turned to murder and cannibalism out of desperation to survive the harsh Australian environment. This is a remarkable Australian film that deserves a wider audience, it is slow and definitely an indie aimed film. I don't praise Australian films enough so this is a tribute to our talent and resources, sadly it will avoid the masses and remain a hidden gem. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member A superb film. Gripping. Harrowing. Haunting. The entire cast give raw, honest and gripping performances. The direction and photography is stunning. The script mirrors the landscape and story. One of the best films to have ever come out of Australia; and showing a different side to the country than is usually presented. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/18/23 Full Review Audience Member A very well made movie - top class in every respect, from the cinematography to the acting. The amazing cast often express so much with just their faces, often without uttering a word - great acting and direction. But be warned, have the anti-depressants or a bottle of something at the ready; this is not a happy movie. It is as bleak as the Tasmanian wilderness in winter. But it truly captures the horrors that these men went through after escaping Sarah Island in Tasmania's rugged Southwest. A masterpiece of film making. Warning: Not for the Die-Hard action fans! Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/22/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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