Swinging Safari (film)
| Company type | Film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Film industry |
| Founded | January 18, 2018 (Australian premiere) |
| Founder | Stephan Elliott (writer and director) |
| Products | Comedy-drama film |
Swinging Safari is a 2018 Australian film blending comedy and drama, featuring performances by Guy Pearce, Kylie Minogue, Radha Mitchell, Julian McMahon, Asher Keddie, and Jeremy Sims. The movie was both written and directed by Stephan Elliott, who is also recognized for his work on The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994). It premiered in Australia on 18 January 2018, with international release occurring later that year.
Originally named Flammable Children, the movie's eventual title pays homage to the 1962 track "A Swingin' Safari" by Bert Kaempfert, which is included in the soundtrack and visually referenced within the film.
Cast
Hall Family
- Guy Pearce portraying Keith Hall
- Kylie Minogue as Kaye Hall
- Jesse Denyer in the role of Gerome Hall
- Jacob Kotan playing Andrew Hall
- Alex Kotan as Damien Hall
- Chelsea Jamieson cast as Liz Hall
- Ava Taylor as Keira Hall
Jones Family
- Radha Mitchell playing Jo Jones
- Julian McMahon as Rick Jones
- Darcey Wilson portraying Melly Jones
- Imogen Hess as Young Melly
- Ethan Robinson in the role of Liam Jones
- James Calder playing Cal Jones
Marsh Family
- Asher Keddie as Gale Marsh
- Jeremy Sims portraying Bob Marsh
- Atticus Robb cast as Jeff Marsh
- Richard Roxburgh as Adult Jeff (The Narrator)
- Oscar Bailey playing Young Jeff
- Chelsea Glaw as Bec Marsh
Other characters
- Jack Thompson appearing as The Mayor
- Jacob Elordi in the role of Rooster
- Drew Jarvis portraying Jehovah's Witness
- Sebastien Golenko as Dog
- Monette Lee playing Mrs. Wilson
- Marcus Guinane cast as Mr. Logan
- Caleb Monk in the role of Nigel Frost
- Renaud Jadin portraying Dave
- Stephan Elliott appearing uncredited as Cop
Reception
According to review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, Swinging Safari holds an approval rating of , based on reviews, with an average score of . Critics have characterized it as "an enjoyable ensemble comedy abundant with period-specific detail," featuring a narrative that is somewhat chaotic but ultimately charming.