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Sweetie

R 1989 Comedy, Drama · 1h 40m
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The buttoned-down, superstitious Kay is attempting to lead a normal existence with her new boyfriend Louis. That’s until Sweetie, her rampaging, devil-may-care sister, returns home after an absence, exposing the rotten roots of their family and placing a strain on Kay and Louis’ relationship.

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About Sweetie

Kay, a woman driven by superstition and a desire for normalcy with her boyfriend Louis, finds her carefully constructed life thrown into chaos by the unexpected return of her sister, Sweetie. Sweetie's impulsive and destructive behavior quickly unravels the family's buried secrets, placing immense strain on Kay's relationship and forcing her to confront the deeply rooted issues she has tried so hard to ignore. As Sweetie's presence intensifies, the delicate balance of Kay's world shatters, revealing the toxic dynamics that have shaped their lives.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Jane Campion, Sweetie features Genevive Lemon in the titular role of Sweetie, a woman whose mental instability disrupts the lives of those around her. Karen Colston portrays Kay, Sweetie's buttoned-down sister, struggling to maintain control amidst the chaos. Tom Lycos plays Louis, Kay's boyfriend, caught in the crossfire of the sisters' dysfunctional relationship. Jon Darling embodies the complex father figure, while Dorothy Barry appears as the mother and Andre Pataczek rounds out the cast.

What people like about Sweetie

Critics have lauded Sweetie for its unflinching portrayal of mental illness and family dysfunction. Many appreciate Campion's bold directorial choices and the raw, powerful performances of the cast, particularly Genevive Lemon's portrayal of Sweetie. The film's unique visual style and its willingness to challenge conventional narrative structures have also been widely praised.

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Movie Score

61%

Released

September 28, 1989

Director

Jane Campion

Cast

Geneviève Lemon, Karen Colston, Tom Lycos, Jon Darling, Dorothy Barry, Andre Pataczek

Genre

Comedy, Drama

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