Young Shoulders
John Wain adapts his own novel, about a young man who accompanies his feuding parents to Portugal for the memorial service of his sister, who died in a plane crash with her entire class.
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Plot Summary
This Australian drama follows the emotional and sexual awakening of Adelaide, a young woman who leaves her restrictive boarding school environment. She grapples with newfound desires and the complexities of adult relationships as she navigates her way through the world. The film explores themes of female independence and the search for identity during a formative period in her life.
Critical Reception
Young Shoulders received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Jane Campion's directorial debut and Serena Gordon's performance. Some critics found the narrative somewhat slow-paced, but many appreciated its sensitive and unflinching portrayal of adolescent transition.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its sensitive exploration of female adolescence.
- Serena Gordon's performance as Adelaide was widely noted.
- Some found the pacing to be deliberately slow.
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Fun Fact
This film marked the directorial debut of acclaimed filmmaker Jane Campion, who would go on to direct internationally recognized films such as 'The Piano' and 'The Power of the Dog'.
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