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Lucky Country
1902....the Australian Federation is a year old. Twelve year-old Tom's father, Nat, has dragged him and his sister, Sarah, to an isolated farm at the edge of the woods. But Nat's dream of living off the land has died and he is losing his grip on sanity. When three ex-soldiers arrive at their cabin one night Tom, like his father, believes they are providence.
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Plot Summary
In 1902, a family of settlers on a remote Australian property struggles to survive harsh conditions and unseen threats. As they face starvation and isolation, their sanity erodes, and the lines between reality and nightmare blur. They soon discover that the land itself harbors a dark secret, turning their dream of a new life into a waking terror.
Critical Reception
Lucky Country received mixed to positive reviews, with critics often highlighting its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Noni Hazlehurst. Some found the pacing slow, but it was generally acknowledged as a competent and unsettling Australian horror film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its brooding atmosphere and sense of dread.
Noni Hazlehurst delivers a standout performance.
Some viewers found the plot development to be somewhat uneven.
Google audience: Audience reception for Lucky Country is not widely available through Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in the remote Flinders Ranges region of South Australia, a location that contributed significantly to its isolated and oppressive atmosphere.
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