Film Information
Year: 2022
Duration: 87
Language: VOSC
Genre: Drama
Synopsis
Sweet As (2022) tells the story of Murra, a 16-year-old indigenous teenager who yearns to escape from an environment ravaged by drug addiction and violence. Murra’s mother fights her own demons and the consequences of drug addiction. But, immersed in her own personal battles, she has left Murra in a situation of deep desolation. After a conflict between the two, her life takes an unexpected turn when her uncle Ian, a local police officer, offers her an opportunity for change. From an improvised journey, the protagonist meets a group of young people in the same situation of social exclusion, and the rediscovery of her country allows her to find in photography the vehicle of expression on which her peace and ability to overcome difficulties depend.
Director
Jub Clerc (Perth, Australia, 1974) studied directing and screenwriting at the Australian Film and Television School (AFTRS). Her directorial debut was with the short film Aunty (2015), which received well-deserved recognition for its portrayal of Australia’s Indigenous society. Her first feature film, Sweet As (2022), received a great reception for its authentic and poignant depiction of the life of an Indigenous teenager. The film has been praised for its focus on issues of identity, belonging and overcoming, winning various awards at several film festivals.
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