Audrey” is a 2024 Australian black comedy directed by Natalie Bailey, featuring a sharp script by Lou Sanz. The film delves into themes of ambition, identity, and the societal pressures placed on mothers, all wrapped in dark humor.
Synopsis
The focus is on Ronnie Lipsick who has been residing as a “Mother of the Year” even though she admits to living an atypical life. After an unsuccessful profession as an actress, marriage, and two daughters with a relations grievance, Ronnie’s daughter exposes herself to an unpleasant surprise in the form of a coma. From this point forward, Ronnie makes no attempts to conceal the fact that she takes over her daughter’s persona so as to fulfill her own ambitions. But, as it turns out, she is not the only one in the family who sees an opportunity in this situation.
Cast & Crew
- Director: Natalie Bailey
- Writer: Lou Sanz
- Cast:
- Jackie van Beek as Ronnie Lipsick
- Jeremy Lindsay Taylor as Cormack Lipsick
- Josephine Blazier as Audrey Lipsick
- Hannah Diviney as Norah Lipsick
- Aaron Fa’aoso as Lay Preacher
- Fraser Anderson as Max
IMDb Ratings
As of December 2024, “Audrey” holds an IMDb rating of 7.4/10, based on 38 user reviews.
Critical Reception
The movie has been panned for its humor and message but I like it and it was The Guardian that said ‘Deliciously snarky black comedy’ which seemed to have fit well on the knife-making appeal.
Personal Insights
“Audrey” вызвала живой интерес благодаря бесстрашному рассмотрению неких вопросов табу, в частности о том, что же делать родителям, если нет детей. Jackie van Beek в данном кино исполнила роль Ронни и сделала это неординарно, изображая сложного и порой безнравственного человека. И частичный ответ этому вопросу, предлагает зрителям фильм, который современным богиням-женщинам не только трудно, но и смешно смотрит на то, что им придется отдать за то, чтобы стать матерью.
Cultural Significance
Set against the Gold Coast’s shore, “Audrey” presents an Australia’s outlook on universal issues. It questions such things as the abiding norms around mothering as well as the social mandate for women to give up their goals and aspirations for the family. In addition, the dark comic perspective and taboo exploration embedded in the potential film also aid in the depicted quest to making it a cult film appealing to audiences looking for something outside the mainstream.
