The Butterfly Tree
The Butterfly Tree is a 2017 Australian drama film directed by Priscilla Cameron.[2] It had its premiere at the 2017 Melbourne International Film Festival,[1] and was screened in the Discovery section at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival.[3]
| The Butterfly Tree | |
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 Theatrical film poster | |
| Directed by | Priscilla Cameron |
| Produced by | Bridget Callow-Wright |
| Written by | Priscilla Cameron |
| Starring | |
| Music by | Caitlin Yeo |
| Cinematography | Jason Hargreaves |
| Edited by | Rodrigo Balart |
Release date |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
Plot
Evelyn is an ex-burlesque queen who puts a curse on single dad Al and his son Fin with her zest for life. When both Al and Fin learn they are competing for Evelyn's love, their competition brings back memories over the death of Fin's mother.
Cast
- Melissa George as Evelyn
- Ewen Leslie as Al
- Ed Oxenbould as Fin
- Sophie Lowe as Shelley
Reception
The Butterfly Tree received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, earning a 46% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 13 reviews with an average score of 5.71/10.[4]
Accolades
| Award | Category | Subject | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| AACTA Awards (7th) |
Best Original Screenplay | Priscilla Cameron | Nominated |
| Best Actor | Ewen Leslie | Nominated | |
| Best Original Music Score | Caitlin Yeo | Nominated | |
| FCCA Award | Best Supporting Actor | Ed Oxenbould | Nominated |
References
- Jake Watt (12 August 2017). "SWITCH. | Film review: The Butterfly Tree - A gorgeous slice of Aussie cinema". SWITCH. Retrieved 3 November 2017.
- "Film Review: 'The Butterfly Tree'". Variety. 26 August 2017. Retrieved 29 August 2017.
- "Toronto Film Festival Adds International Films, Talks With Angelina Jolie and Javier Bardem". The Wrap. 22 August 2017. Retrieved 28 August 2017.
- "The Butterfly Tree (2017)". Retrieved 26 May 2020 – via www.rottentomatoes.com.
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