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Three Summers
2017Movie102 minEnglish
Set over three summers at The Westival, a fictional West Australian rural folk festival redoubtable local radio personality ‘Queenie' describes as "Australia in a tent". Two young musicians fall in love against a wider collection of tales dealing with a microcosm of contemporary discussion points, including Indigenous, immigration and refugee issues.
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IMDb4.7/10
Director: Ben Lucas•Genres: Comedy, Romance
Plot Summary
A group of British adults attend a "three summers" residential program designed to help them address their relationship problems. As they navigate group therapy and awkward social situations, they find themselves confronting their pasts and their expectations for the future. Amidst the quirky setting and eccentric characters, sparks fly and unexpected connections are formed.
Critical Reception
Three Summers received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with some finding its humor derivative and its plot predictable. While a few reviewers appreciated its attempts at gentle British comedy, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and a somewhat underwhelming execution of its premise. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.
What Reviewers Say
- The film attempts a quirky, character-driven comedy but often falls flat.
- Humor is generally considered mild and occasionally forced.
- The premise feels underdeveloped and predictable.
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Fun Fact
The film was produced by the same team behind the British sitcom 'Gavin & Stacey'.
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