Looking for Alibrandi

Name: Looking for Alibrandi
Director: Kate Woods
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: 2000-01-01
Duration: 103 min
Rating: 6.4
Cast: Pia Miranda, Greta Scacchi, Anthony LaPaglia, Kick Gurry, Elena Cotta

2000Dir. Kate Woods1h 43m

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Runtime1h 43m

Released2000

DirectorKate Woods

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Looking for Alibrandi is a solid blend of comedy, drama, and romance, all wrapped in a coming-of-age story that feels very relatable. The film dives into the struggles of identity and cultural heritage, showcasing Josie's Italian-Australian background in a way that’s both humorous and poignant. Kate Woods directs with a nice balance of light-hearted moments and deeper themes. The performances, especially from Pia Miranda as Josie, capture that teenage confusion really well. The pacing feels right for the story, allowing for those quiet reflections amidst the chaos of adolescence. There's a certain warmth to the cinematography that makes it nostalgic without being overly sentimental. It's just a refreshing take on youth and belonging.

Director: Kate Woods, notable for her TV work.Pia Miranda's performance earned her an AFI Award.Features a rich Australian soundtrack of the early 2000s.Based on Melina Marchetta's novel of the same name.