The Sapphires
– It's 1968, and four young, talented Australian Aboriginal girls learn about love, friendship and war..
It's 1968, and four young, talented Australian Aboriginal girls learn about love, friendship and war when they entertain the US troops in Vietnam as singing group The Sapphires.
09 Aug 2012
English, Aboriginal
Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13. Parents are urged to be cautious. Some material may be inappropriate for pre-teenagers.
Wayne Blair
Keith Thompson, Tony Briggs, Tony Briggs (adapted from the stage play by)
Tanika Lonesborough, Nioka Brennan, Lynette Narkle, Kylie Belling
1968 was the year that changed the world. And for four young Aboriginal sisters from a remote mission this is the year that would change their lives forever. Around the globe, there was protest and revolution in the streets. Indigenous Australians finally secured the right to vote. There were drugs and the shock of a brutal assassination. And there was Vietnam. The sisters, Cynthia, Gail, Julie and Kay are discovered by Dave, a talent scout with a kind heart, very little rhythm but a great knowledge of soul music. Billed as Australia's answer to 'The Supremes', Dave secures the sisters their first true gig, and flies them to Vietnam to sing for the American troops. Based on a true story, THE SAPPHIRES is a triumphant celebration of youthful emotion, family and music.
26 wins & 25 nominations.
$2,400,000
The Weinstein Company