Taps into something elemental about growing up around the Australian bush.
Well-paced direction from the steady hand of Robert Connelly.
Bana underplays his character to let the story do the talking.
No slouches whatsoever in the plentiful supporting cast either. Matthew Nable & Genevieve O'Rielly on top of their game. Haven't seen John Polson act since Mission Impossible 2. He seems to relish the craft.
A layered whodunnit with a harsh drought as a backdrop.
Flashbacks of youth, a rekindled romance of sorts, and interesting townsfolk provide temporary respite from the surreal bleakness.
Do yourselves a favour.
Review of The Dry
