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Little Fish (2005)

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Average Rating: 6.2/10
Critic Reviews: 6
Fresh: 5 | Rotten: 1

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A former drug-addict in her early thirties attempts to put her shady past to rest while paving the way for a brighter future in director Rowan Woods' tale of love, trust, and redemption in modern-day Australia. Tracy Heart (Cate Blanchett) hasn't lived her 32 years so much as she has simply survived them. Ravaged by the drug-addiction and determined to redeem herself in the eyes of her overworked single-mother Janelle (Noni Hazelhurst), Tracy makes a personal vow to open her own business and

R, 1 hr. 53 min.

Mystery & Suspense, Drama

Jacqueline Perske

Apr 11, 2006

First Look Pictures

Cast

All Critics (27) | Top Critics (6) | Fresh (20) | Rotten (3) | DVD (5)

A small film with a big cast, Little Fish is notable for its performances.

February 27, 2006 Full Review Source: Newark Star-Ledger | Comment
Newark Star-Ledger
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If you say you'd watch Cate Blanchett in anything, here's your chance to prove it.

February 24, 2006 Comment (1)
New York Post
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Cate Blanchett sinks into the role of a recovering drug addict in a thorny, compelling drama from Australia.

February 23, 2006 Comment
New York Times
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The actors are terrific, especially Weaving, who plays bottoming out as a tragedy spiked with gallows humor, and Blanchett, who digs deep into the booby-trapped nature of recovery. The revelation, however, is Rowan Woods, a major filmmaker in the making.

February 22, 2006 Full Review Source: Entertainment Weekly | Comment
Entertainment Weekly
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While Little Fish takes a turn for the generic in its final act, solid acting, an atmospheric soundtrack, and flare-filled cinematography more beautiful than an Apple screensaver are enough to keep the film afloat.

February 21, 2006 Full Review Source: Village Voice | Comment
Village Voice
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The tension never falters as we gaze in wonder at Tracy, seen floating literally in a swimming pool and figuratively through life, and wondering if she will plunge into the deep end once again.

September 24, 2005 Full Review Source: Toronto Star | Comment
Toronto Star
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Little Fish will leave you full of admiration for its undeniable craft, but perhaps also not entirely sure what its point is.

June 19, 2007 Full Review Source: musicOMH.com | Comment
musicOMH.com

Blanchett is superb as Tracy, a recognisable and believable character attempting to put her past behind her.

July 20, 2006 Full Review Source: ViewLondon | Comment
ViewLondon

Blanchett is at her best in a complex, gripping role.... Weaving is a revelation, going completely against type.

July 1, 2006 Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall | Comment
Shadows on the Wall

powerhouse acting, all around

March 9, 2006 Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | Comment
Filmcritic.com

Despite the slow and sluggish pacing, "Little Fish" extracts some excellent performances from its star cast.

February 27, 2006 Full Review Source: Sympatico.ca | Comment

Somber but beautifully played, Little Fish handles drug addiction in a manner unthinkable in mainstream films.

February 26, 2006 Full Review Source: Film Journal International | Comment
Film Journal International

Realistic characters brought to life by dramatic performances so strong you forget you're watching actors.

February 25, 2006 Full Review Source: ComingSoon.net | Comment
ComingSoon.net
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Audience Reviews for Little Fish

A very gritty Australian film, with of plenty of natural performers. Slow moving at times, but a story that was kind of unavoidable, in your face and was told with a lot of reality.

April 20, 2007
76Majikat

Super Reviewer

I recognize Little Fish's failures, but for some reason I found it utterly heartbreaking.

January 21, 2007
ceWEBrity

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