Last Stop Larrimah
Australian outback mystery with intense storytelling
About Last Stop Larrimah
Released: 2023
Platform: Hulu
Rating: TVMA
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Cast
About Last Stop Larrimah
"Last Stop Larrimah", released in 2023, is a gripping thriller that unfolds in the isolated Outback town of Larrimah. With a population of only 11, when one resident mysteriously disappears, the remaining 10 become suspects in a probing investigation that unravels the intricate dynamics of small-town life.
As each character’s stories interweave, the audience is compelled to piece together this puzzle along with the investigators. The film expertly explores the themes of community, trust, and paranoia, while offering an evocative depiction of life in the Australian Outback.
Making / Production
Produced under the banner of Alpine Entertainment, "Last Stop Larrimah" was filmed entirely on location in the Outback, taking two months to complete. The harsh and rugged environment became a crucial element of the story, adding a sense of isolation that enhances its intrigue.
Actors
- Noah Taylor as Bob: Taylor's portrayal of Bob, the local publican with a secret, is eerily compelling.
- Jacki Weaver as Dot: Weaver delivers a phenomenal performance as Dot, the innocent-seeming owner of the local teahouse.
- Hugo Weaving as Max: As the grizzled local cop, Weaving's performance adds depth to the investigative arc.
- Russell Crowe as Bill: Crowe expertly portrays Bill, the disappearing resident, through flashbacks.
Trivia / Interesting Facts about Last Stop Larrimah
- The town of Larrimah where the film was shot is actually a semi-abandoned town in the Northern Territory, Australia.
- The film was shot in just 40 days, a record for a feature-length homegrown Australian film.
Awards
"Last Stop Larrimah" was well-received by critics and audiences alike, receiving the prestigious Australian Academy Cinema Television Arts (AACTA) Award for Best Film.
Quotes
- "Out here, everyone has a secret. Some are just buried deeper than others." – Bob
- "We might be the end of the line, but we're not dead yet!" – Dot
- The haunting score by Jed Kurzel, known for his work in "The Babadook" and "Snowtown".
- The film features an original song, "Outback Shadows", performed by Australian country artist Keith Urban.
About Last Stop Larrimah
Last Stop Larrimah is a suspenseful drama exploring mysterious disappearances in an isolated Australian town.