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The Sapphires is a 2012 Australian musical comedy-drama film based on the 2004 stage play The Sapphires by Tony Briggs, which is loosely based on a real-life 1960s girl group that included Briggs' mother and aunt. The film is directed by Wayne Blair and written by Keith Thompson and Briggs.
Aug 9, 2012 · The Sapphires: Directed by Wayne Blair. With Tanika Lonesborough, Nioka Brennan, Lynette Narkle, Kylie Belling. In 1968, four talented young Australian Aboriginal girls learn about love, friendship, and war when their all-girl group The Sapphires entertains the US troops in Vietnam.
- (15K)
- Biography, Comedy, Drama
- Wayne Blair
- 2012-08-09
A comedy-drama about a girl group of four Australian singers who perform for American troops in Vietnam. Read critics' reviews, watch the trailer and find out where to stream or buy the movie online.
- (140)
- Wayne Blair
- PG-13
- Chris O'dowd
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- 6 min
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A comedy-drama about four Aboriginal sisters who form a soul group and perform for the US troops in Vietnam in 1968. Based on a true story, the film explores their challenges, friendships, and dreams in a turbulent time.
Mar 27, 2013 · Gail, the feisty oldest ( Deborah Mailman of "Rabbit-Proof Fence"), the ambitious Julie (pop singer Jessica Mauboy) and the flirty Cynthia ( Miranda Tapsell) enter a local competition singing American country music. Braving the bigotry of the audience, they sing a Merle Haggard song.
The Sapphires is a 2012 Australian musical comedy-drama film based on the 2004 stage play of the same name, which is loosely based on a true story. The film is directed by Wayne Blair and written by Keith Thompson and Tony Briggs, the latter of whom wrote the play.
