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The Fringe Dwellers

1986Movie1 h 38 min

65

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A moving, melancholic drama movie about everyday modern life and family.

Good for friends night · teens · background watch

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Story

The story of an Aboriginal family's attempts to forge a new life for themselves within the segregated society. At the urging of headstrong teenager Trilby, the Comeaways relocate from their family camp, to a house in the main town.

Feels like

Australian Aboriginal Culture
Social Segregation
Family Drama
Coming-of-Age
Cultural Identity
Social Commentary
Historical Setting
Emotional Resonance

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by: Bruce Beresford
Written by: Bruce Beresford, Rhoisin Beresford, Nene Gare
Produced by: Sue Milliken
Music by: George Dreyfus

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Facts

October 26, 1986 · 1 h 38 min · Strong Language

Released: October 26, 1986
Runtime: 1 h 38 min
Content: Strong Language
Genres: Drama
Original language: English
Made in: Australia
Available in: 2 countries
Keywords: based on novel or book

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream The Fringe Dwellers?"

Questions about The Fringe Dwellers

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Where can I stream The Fringe Dwellers?

It streams in 2 other countries, but not in the United States.

Is The Fringe Dwellers worth watching?

65

GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65 (IMDb 6.6).

Is The Fringe Dwellers plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Is The Fringe Dwellers good for date night?

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Not really: romance is 6 of 10, but the viewing guide doesn't list it for date night.