About "A Journey"

Released in 2024 and given a TV-MA rating, "A Journey" is an emotionally charged drama centering around a woman who refuses treatment for her cancer, choosing instead to embark on a picturesque road trip across Tasmania alongside her devoted husband and loyal best friend. The premise of the film is heart-wrenching yet uplifting, showcasing the powerful bonds of love and friendship amidst an increasingly poignant backdrop of facing mortality.

Throughout the movie, the main characters capture the true essence of living and loving in the face of adversity. Each item they cross off their bucket list serves as an individual chapter within the greater narrative of their lives, contributing to a compelling story that is guaranteed to leave viewers contemplating their own lives and loved ones.

Making / Production

"A Journey" was filmed on location in Tasmania, offering viewers an authentic and breathtaking sight of the island's beauty. The production team embraced the unpredictability of the Tasmanian weather, using it to amplify the movie's metaphor of life's unpredictability. The movie was directed by renowned filmmaker, Rosa Millhouse, whose previous works had also been met with critically acclaimed success.

Actors

• Ellie Peterson embodies the spirit of the cancer-stricken protagonist and portrays the joys, struggles, and resilience of her character admirably. Her nuanced performance effectively highlights the emotions of a woman facing death while also cherishing life.
• Joel Davies delivers a heartwarming performance as the supportive husband, tugging at the viewers' heartstrings with his palpable love and grief.
• In the role of the lifelong friend, Ted Saunders brings a critical element of humor and vitality to the movie, offering a balance to the heavier themes.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The director chose Tasmania as a filming location due to her personal childhood memories of vacations spent on the island.
• Ellie Peterson shaved her head for the role to deliver a realistic portrayal of her character's battle with cancer.
• The majority of the bucket list items in the film were inspired by actual bucket list items sent in by fans following a public poll by the production team.

Awards

"A Journey" won the Prestigious ‘Best Movie’ award at the International Film Festival in 2024 along with ‘Best Actress’ for Ellie Peterson. The impactful storytelling and powerful performances surely made its mark.

Quotes

• "Life isn't about how many breaths you take, but how many moments take your breath away." - Ellie Peterson's Character
• "I thought this journey was for her, but it's really for us, isn't it?" - Joel Davies' Character.
• "Death isn’t the opposite of life, it’s a part of it"- Ted Saunders' Character.

• The title track, "A Journey", was composed by award-winning music director, Phil Carson.
• "Crossing the Line", a heartfelt song played during a pivotal moment in the film, added an extra layer of emotion to the scene.
• The natural sounds of Tasmania were weaved through the movie’s soundtrack, immersing the audience in the serenity of the island’s intensive beauty.