Three Summers

I think Ben Elton nailed it in this movie about attendees returning to a large folk festival, Westival, held annually in W.A. The audience were reacting with out-loud laughs and even applauding at the end. The script was well written and Magda Subanski as the local radio announcer was superb. The characterisations were exaggerated but, I thought, honest, and anyone who likes camping or caravanning will have come across these exact people at times, although perhaps not in the guise of Morris Dancers with Michael Caton as their leader. It covered romance, bigotry, racism and refugees but in such a way as to be inoffensive. The musical score was also very good even if you aren't a fan of the theremin..

On the BBC iPlayer at present (Dec20). Enjoyable Sunday afternoon film. If you fancy something that's not too heavy then give it a go.

Robert Sheehan is such a talent (Misfits) (The Umbrella Academy) as are the well know Aussie actors in this charming movie. A Ben Elton story and movie beautifully capturing different aspects of Australian culture. Be it quite cringe worthy at times. I hope our American friends "get it". Just sit back and enjoy the story.

Some of us were lucky enough to grow up with 'The Young Ones' and 'The Man from Auntie' not to mention some really entertaining novels from Mr Elton; this film from him was entertaining, sweet and made me cry (just a bit- nothing weird). The cast is fabulous and it kind of reminded me of 'The Dish' in tone. On the i-player at the moment- definitely worth a watch.

Surprisingly great little film, during lockdown have missed live music even local festivals and this filled that void