The Sum of Us (1994)

Directors:

Geoff Burton
Kevin Dowling

Writers:

David Stevens (play)
David Stevens (screenplay)

Release Date:

8 March 1995 (USA)

Genre:

Comedy | Drama

Tagline:

We're all just . . . The Sum of Us. [Australia Theatrical]

Plot:

A widowed father has to deal with two complex issues: while he is searching for "Miss Right," his son, who is in his 20s and gay, is searching for "Mr. Right."

Plot Keywords:

Gay Son | Australia | Homosexual | Male Nudity | Gay Interest

Awards:

6 wins & 5 nominations

Cast

Jack Thompson	...	Harry Mitchell
Russell Crowe	...	Jeff Mitchell
John Polson	...	Greg
Deborah Kennedy	...	Joyce Johnson
Joss Moroney	...	Young Jeff
Mitch Mathews	...	Gran
Julie Herbert	...	Mary
Des James	...	Football Coach
Mick Campbell	...	Footballer
Donny Muntz	...	Ferry Captain
Jan Adele	...	Barmaid
Rebekah Elmaloglou	...	Jenny Johnson
Lola Nixon	...	Desiree
Sally Cahill	...	Greg's Mother
Bob Baines	...	Greg's Father

MPAA:

Rated R for strong language and some sexuality.

Runtime:

100 min

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Certification:

UK:15 | Australia:M | Spain:13 | USA:R | Germany:12 | Canada:PG (Ontario)

Filming Locations:

Botanical Gardens, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Company:

Australian Film Finance Corporation (AFFC)

Quotes:

Greg: "Baxter"?
Jeff Mitchell: It's a joke. The footy team, you know. Back's to the...
Greg, Jeff Mitchell: -wall, here comes Jeff.

Movie Connections:

Featured in 40,000 Years of Dreaming (1997)

Soundtrack:

Frozen in Time

Worth a look no matter what your sexuality ( or age ).

The first time I saw this film I liked it for it's ability to reach such a wide audience. Male, female, gay, straight, young and old. With superior acting and a quiet, simple tone, it's stellar on so many levels. I like this movie more each time I see it. I usually hate when character's speak to the audience but this is one of the few occasions where it works well. One of Crowe's best performances. It was great to see a gay character that wasn't stereotypical in any way... just a guy but a guy that isn't afraid to be sensitive or tough without being wishy washy or macho. A great dead-on performance of an everyman who just happens to like men. Supporting cast is great. All performances feel natural. Directing is straightforward and the editing is lyrical. If you're heterosexual, don't be put off. The themes here are universal. A great slice of cinema no matter what your sexuality.