Swinging Safari

About This Movie

Swinging Safari is a curious blend of comedy and drama that captures 1975 suburban Australia with a strange sense of nostalgia. The film hinges on the bizarre event of a blue whale washing ashore, which the kids see as a spectacle, while the adults dive headfirst into the sexual revolution behind closed doors. It’s got this playful absurdity mixed with a rawness that feels both funny and a tad uncomfortable. The performances are solid, particularly from the ensemble cast, who really capture the quirky dynamics of suburban life. The pacing can feel a bit uneven at times, but that adds to its charm. It's not every day you see a film tackle such themes with this kind of irreverence and humor.

Directed by Stephan Elliott, known for 'The Adventures of Priscilla'Features a mix of practical effects and period-appropriate set designShot on location in New South Wales, capturing suburban lifeEnsemble cast includes Kylie Minogue and Guy Pearce