You Should Have Been Here Yesterday
“Surfing, Surf Films and an Australia Just Gone by”
Synopsis
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday combines hundreds of hours of lovingly restored 16mm footage with a salt-infused soundscape by Headland. This cinematic poem tells the story of a wild community who took off up the coast and discovered a whole new way to live. Going back to the never-before-seen camera reels to ask the question – what do we keep and what do we leave behind? Featuring Tim Winton, Wayne Lynch, Bob McTavish, Albe Falzon, Evelyn Rich, Maurice Cole and many more. Inspired by Moonage Daydream and Jen Peedom’s Mountain.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2024-09-18
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Adelaide Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 2, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jolyon Hoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Jolyon Hoff, Ernest Hariyanto
- Original Score
- Murray Paterson, Headland
- Original Title
- You Should Have Been Here Yesterday
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Umbrella Entertainment, Screen NSW, South Australian Film Corporation, Eleven Post Production, Light Sound Art Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jolyon Hoff
Jolyon Hoff, Ernest Hariyanto
Murray Paterson, Headland
Ernest Hariyanto, Nick Meyers
Department Leadership Roster
Jolyon Hoff
Director
Ernest Hariyanto
Editor
Nick Meyers
Editor
Jolyon Hoff
Writer
Ernest Hariyanto
Writer
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Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is You Should Have Been Here Yesterday about?
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday combines hundreds of hours of lovingly restored 16mm footage with a salt-infused soundscape by Headland. This cinematic poem tells the story of a wild community who took off up the coast and discovered a whole new way to live. Going back to the never-before-seen camera reels to ask the question – what do we keep and what do we leave behind? Featuring Tim Winton, Wayne Lynch, Bob McTavish, Albe Falzon, Evelyn Rich, Maurice Cole and many more. Inspired by Moonage Daydream and Jen Peedom’s Mountain.
Who directed You Should Have Been Here Yesterday?
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday was directed by Jolyon Hoff.
Who stars in You Should Have Been Here Yesterday?
The principal cast of You Should Have Been Here Yesterday includes Paul Witzig, Dick Hoole, Evelyn Rich, Steve Otton.
When was You Should Have Been Here Yesterday released and how long is it?
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for You Should Have Been Here Yesterday?
The original motion picture soundtrack for You Should Have Been Here Yesterday was composed by Murray Paterson, Headland.
What is the age rating and content advisory for You Should Have Been Here Yesterday?
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).