The Sum of Us
“We're all just... The Sum of Us.”
Synopsis
A widowed father has to deal with two complex issues: while he is searching for "Miss Right," his son, who is in his 20s and gay, is searching for "Mr. Right."
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Trailer – SFF 20
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-08-24
Top Cast
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Jack Thompson
Harry Mitchell
Russell Crowe
Jeff Mitchell
John Polson
Greg
Deborah Kennedy
Joyce Johnson
Joss Moroney
Young Jeff
Mitch Mathews
Gran
Julie Herbert
Mary
Des James
Football Coach
Mick Campbell
Footballer
Donny Muntz
Ferry Captain
Jan Adele
Barmaid
Rebekah Elmaloglou
Jenny Johnson
Lola Nixon
Desiree
Sally Cahill
Greg's Mother
Bob Baines
Greg's Father
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 8, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Geoff Burton, Kevin Dowling
- Screenplay & Story
- David Stevens
- Original Score
- David Faulkner
- Original Title
- The Sum of Us
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Australian Film Finance Corporation, Great Sum Film Limited Partnership, Southern Star Entertainment, The Samuel Goldwyn Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Geoff Burton, Kevin Dowling
David Stevens
David Faulkner
Geoff Burton
Frans Vandenburg
Hal McElroy, Errol Sullivan
Department Leadership Roster
Geoff Burton
Director
Kevin Dowling
Director
David Stevens
Screenplay
Hal McElroy
Producer
Graham "Grace" Walker
Production Design
Louise Spargo
Costume Design
Frans Vandenburg
Editor
Geoff Burton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sum of Us
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sum of Us about?
A widowed father has to deal with two complex issues: while he is searching for "Miss Right," his son, who is in his 20s and gay, is searching for "Mr. Right."
Who directed The Sum of Us?
The Sum of Us was directed by Geoff Burton, Kevin Dowling.
Who stars in The Sum of Us?
The principal cast of The Sum of Us includes Jack Thompson, Russell Crowe, John Polson, Deborah Kennedy, Joss Moroney.
When was The Sum of Us released and how long is it?
The Sum of Us was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sum of Us?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sum of Us was composed by David Faulkner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sum of Us?
The Sum of Us holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).