The Man from Snowy River II (1988)

User Rating:

6.1/10   

Director:

Geoff Burrowes

Writers:

Geoff Burrowes (writer)
John Dixon (writer)

Release Date:

15 April 1988 (USA)

Genre:

Adventure | Drama | Western

Plot:

Young Jim Craig returns to his home in the Australian high country. He finds that things are not as he left them - his girlfriend is being pursued by another man, and her father doesn't want Jim back into her life.

Plot Keywords:

Sequel | Australian Western | Independent Film

Awards:

2 nominations

Cast

Tom Burlinson	...	Jim Craig
Sigrid Thornton	...	Jessica
Brian Dennehy	...	Harrison
Nicholas Eadie	...	Alistair Patton
Mark Hembrow	...	Seb
Bryan Marshall	...	Hawker
Rhys McConnochie	...	Patton Snr.
Peter Cummins	...	Jake
Cornelia Frances	...	Mrs. Darcy
Tony Barry	...	Jacko
Wyn Roberts	...	Priest (as Wynn Roberts)
Alec Wilson	...	Patton's Croney
Peter Browne	...	Reilly
Alan Hopgood	...	Simmons
Mark Pennell	...	Collins

Also Known As:

Return to Snowy River (USA)
The Untamed (UK) (video title)

Runtime:

110 min | USA:99 min

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Certification:

Iceland:L | New Zealand:PG | Australia:PG | USA:PG | West Germany:6

Filming Locations:

Mansfield, Victoria, Australia

Company:

Burrowes Film Group

Goofs:

Continuity: The Black Brombie Stallion, has horse-shoes on right after Jim catches him in the wild and is riding him.

Quotes:

Mrs. Darcy: Broaden your minds -- have another beer. Have two!

Movie Connections:

Follows The Man from Snowy River (1982)

Impressive sequel worthy of recognition

Such a masterpiece as the first of these two Snowy River films was, the sequel to The Man From Snowy River is everything that a follow-up should be. It does not tread on the toes of its predecessor, preferring to leave the legend that was the first film live on in some unique immortality.

The Man From Snowy River II is based upon the return of Jim Craig to the Snowy River country after a three year absence. The film subtly tells a tale of change in the nineteenth century, of Australian history, legend and horses. The storyline demonstrates a touch of Hollywood in lighter shades, an aspect that was absolutely absent in the first film, yet this blends uniquely with the a distinct sense of Australian patriotism. The plot is far more vibrant than the first film, and much more showy, with particular aspects of the previous incorporated into the film, yet The Man From Snowy River II possesses every essential characteristic of the first film; sensationally beautiful cinematography, a stunning focus of the Australian high country, the second most impressive footage of horses ever filmed, and a fantastic and deeply moving soundtrack by Bruce Rowland which equals the first in every way. Geoff Burrowes has done a superb job with this film, and it is highly worthy of recognition, especially with regard to the quality of the Australian Film Industry. The lead cast, from Tom Burlinson to Sigrid Thornton, and a well-replaced Brian Dennehy, carry off their parts with as much passion and distinction as the first film. As far as sequels can go, The Man From Snowy River II is a masterpiece; a deeply moving and inspirational experience yet again.