Sometimes what you’re looking for  is closer than you think...

Adapted by Melina Marchetta from her bestselling novel, Looking For Alibrandi is the story of 17 year old Josie Alibrandi searching for her identity through a confusing maze of Australian and bi-cultural influences. It's a voyage around her
mother, her grandmother, her first boyfriend and an estranged father.

The film was shot over 37 days entirely on location in various parts of Sydney, and after release was nominated for 8 AFI Awards, including 'Best Achievement in Cinematography', going on to win 5 AFI’s including ‘BEST FILM’. Looking for Alibrandi was a resounding hit with audiences and a box-office success, grossing over $8m in Australian cinemas alone.

Cast: Greta Scacchi, Anthony LaPaglia, Pia Miranda, Kick Gurry

“Smart, funny, personal and perceptive, Looking for Alibrandi is one of the year’s best” - Rob Lowing, THE SUN HERALD

“ ….technically this film is a joy, it’s one of those Australian films that ought to get everyone excited - 4 and a half stars”- Margaret Pomeranz, The Movie Show

WINNER ‘BEST FILM’ AFI (Australian Film Institute) Awards 2000

NOMINATED for ‘Best Cinematography’ among a total of 9 AFI Nominations

WINNER SILVER AWARD for Cinematography 2000 ACS Awards NSW

NOMINATED for ‘Best Cinematography’ IF (Inside Film) Awards 2000

Director: Kate Woods
Producers: Tristriam Miall and Robyn Kershaw

Production Designer: Steven Curtis

Editor: Martin Connor

TECH SPECS:

1:1.85 35mm, Arri 535B Camera

Zeiss Standards and Superspeeds 35mm

Traditional Optical Lab finishing