A Savage Christmas
“Savage by name. Savage by nature”
Synopsis
After years of estrangement, trans woman Davina Savage returns home for Christmas with her new boyfriend. Expecting her transition to be the focus, it’s instead overshadowed by family secrets and lies which threaten not only their lives – but another Christmas lunch.
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A Savage Christmas | Official Trailer (Australia)
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-08-30
Top Cast
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Darren Gilshenan
Uncle Dick
Helen Thomson
Brenda Savage
Ryan Morgan
Jimmy Savage Jnr.
David Roberts
James Savage Jnr.
Thea Raveneua
Davina Savage
Max Jahufer
Kane Lowry
Rekha Ryan
Leia Savage
Gary Sweet
Peter Hall
Charlotte Chimes
Nurse Charlene
Daniel Mulvihill
Team Leader
Isaac Gull
Young Davina
Jacqui Duncan
Kelly
Rachel Griffiths
Doctor Gabrielle
Spike Farrow-Pryke
Peter's Younger Son
Tashi Zamir-Holmes
Peter's Older Son
Release History & Theatrical Window
Brisbane International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Madeleine Dyer
- Screenplay & Story
- Madeleine Dyer, Daniel Mulvihill
- Original Score
- Jason Fernandez
- Original Title
- A Savage Christmas
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Roaring Entertainment, Gower Production
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Madeleine Dyer
Madeleine Dyer, Daniel Mulvihill
Jason Fernandez
Shing Fung Cheung
Pip Hart
Ben McNeill, Daniel Mulvihill
Department Leadership Roster
Madeleine Dyer
Writer
Ben McNeill
Producer
Pip Hart
Editor
Daniel Mulvihill
Writer
Shing Fung Cheung
Director of Photography
Daniel Mulvihill
Producer
Madeleine Dyer
Director
Lorelle Penkevics
Costume Design
Anastasia Adams
Production Design
Jason Fernandez
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Savage Christmas
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What is A Savage Christmas about?
After years of estrangement, trans woman Davina Savage returns home for Christmas with her new boyfriend. Expecting her transition to be the focus, it’s instead overshadowed by family secrets and lies which threaten not only their lives – but another Christmas lunch.
Who directed A Savage Christmas?
A Savage Christmas was directed by Madeleine Dyer.
Who stars in A Savage Christmas?
The principal cast of A Savage Christmas includes Darren Gilshenan, Helen Thomson, Ryan Morgan, David Roberts, Thea Raveneua.
When was A Savage Christmas released and how long is it?
A Savage Christmas was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for A Savage Christmas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Savage Christmas was composed by Jason Fernandez.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Savage Christmas?
A Savage Christmas holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).