Sunflower
Australian writer-director Gabriel Carrubba delivers an impressive first feature, in this deftly made coming of age drama.
Leo is a 17-year-old growing up in a working-class suburb of Melbourne. He’s into the usual things: playing sports, goofing off with his best mate Boof, and dealing with the affections of his female classmates. However, Leo is also questioning his sexuality, and he’s terrified of what might happen if anyone (especially his parents) discovers his secret. This tender coming-of-age drama is an atmospheric and touching exploration of a time in our lives when everything – anger, love, shame – feels overwhelming.
Content warning: contains depictions of homophobia and homophobic violence.
Queer Screen Completion Fund Recipient
Queer Screen Goes to Cannes Selection
Presented with
"A beautiful portrait of a young man edging past adversity towards hope." – Time Out
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- Unclassified 15+
- 82
- 2023
- Narrative Feature
- Coming Of Age Drama Romance
- Australia
- English
About Sunflower
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Community
Gay Men -
Director
Gabriel Carrubba -
Writer
Gabriel Carrubba -
Cast
Liam Mollica Luke J. Morgan Olivia Fildes Daniel Halmarick -
Producer
Gabriel Carrubba Zane Borg -
Company Credits
Courtesy of: Pancake Originals -
Program Strand
Australian Showcase Narrative Feature -
Blurb Writer
Cameron Bayley