Sweetie
“There will not be a more extraordinary film than “Sweetie” in a long long time!”
Synopsis
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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Sweetie (1989) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-11-30
Top Cast
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Geneviève Lemon
Dawn 'Sweetie'
Karen Colston
Kay
Tom Lycos
Louis
Jon Darling
Gordon
Dorothy Barry
Flo
Andre Pataczek
Clayton
Michael Lake
Bob
Jean Hadgraft
Mrs. Schneller
Paul Livingston
Teddy Schneller
Louise Fox
Cheryl
Ann Merchant
Paula
Robyn Frank
Ruth
Bronwyn Morgan
Sue
Sean Fennell
Boy clerk
Sean Callinan
Simboo
Emma Jane Fowler
Little Sweetie
Norm Galton
Notary
Warren Hensley
Man handshaker
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 19, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 10, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jane Campion
- Screenplay & Story
- Jane Campion, Gerard Lee
- Original Score
- Martin Armiger
- Original Title
- Sweetie
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- New South Wales Film Corp., Arenafilm, New South Wales Film & Television Office
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jane Campion
Jane Campion, Gerard Lee, Billy MacKinnon
Martin Armiger
Sally Bongers
Veronika Jenet
John Maynard
Department Leadership Roster
Jane Campion
Director
Jane Campion
Screenplay
Gerard Lee
Screenplay
John Maynard
Producer
Sally Bongers
Director of Photography
Veronika Jenet
Editor
Martin Armiger
Original Music Composer
Amanda Lovejoy
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sweetie
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sweetie about?
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.
Who directed Sweetie?
Sweetie was directed by Jane Campion.
Who stars in Sweetie?
The principal cast of Sweetie includes Geneviève Lemon, Karen Colston, Tom Lycos, Jon Darling, Dorothy Barry.
When was Sweetie released and how long is it?
Sweetie was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Sweetie?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Sweetie was composed by Martin Armiger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sweetie?
Sweetie holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).