The Sum of Us

– "The Sum of Us" is an Aussie story about a father and a son both searching for love and sharing an u..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
7.30 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 40 Minutes
Release Year:
1994
The Sum of Us (1994)

"The Sum of Us" is an Aussie story about a father and a son both searching for love and sharing an unconventional bond. Harry, the father, is the caring and open-minded "mate" that borders on annoyance. His son Jeff unsuccessfully searches for love, with the unwanted guidance of his father.

The Sum of Us (1994) - Trailer

Release Date:

08 Mar 1995

Language:

English

MPAA Content-Rating:
R – Restricted

Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.

Director:

Geoff Burton, Kevin Dowling

Writer:

David Stevens (play), David Stevens (screenplay)

Main Actors:

Jack Thompson, Russell Crowe, John Polson, Deborah Kennedy

Plot:

Set in Sydney, Australia. A (heterosexual) father and his gay son are trying to find Ms/Mr Right respectively. The film shows their relationships with one another and the objects of their affection as tradgedy strikes. There is no overt 'message' in the film, just a very natural, entertaining story-telling.

Awards:

6 wins & 5 nominations.

Production:

Hallmark Entertainment

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes:
67%