How to Make Gravy is a 2024 film based on the 1996 song, "How to Make Gravy", by the Australian singer-songwriter Paul Kelly.
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| Directed by | Nick Waterman |
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| Based on | "How to Make Gravy" by Paul Kelly |
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| Cinematography | Edward Goldner |
| Edited by | Ahmad Halimi |
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| Distributed by | Binge |
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| Language | English |
The film was written by Megan Washington and Nick Waterman, with Waterman also directing the film. It was produced by Warner Bros. International Australia. This will also be the first original film to be released by the Australian streaming service Binge.[1][2]
Synopsis
editThe film expands on the characters and stories detailed within the song's lyrics, which take the form of a letter from Joe writing from prison, four days before Christmas.[3]
Production
editThe film was produced on the Gold Coast, Queensland, with filming commencing in October 2023.[4]
Cast
edit- Daniel Henshall as Joe
- Brenton Thwaites as Dan (Joe's brother)
- Kate Mulvany as Stella (Joe's sister)
- Damon Herriman as Roger (Stella's husband)
- Agathe Rousselle as Rita (Joe's wife)
- Hugo Weaving as Noel
- Kieran Darcy-Smith as Red
Release
editThe film was originally set for release as a Christmas movie by Warner Bros in December 2023. That was delayed, and it was then scheduled to be released, by the Binge streaming service, on 1 December 2024.[3][5]
A trailer for the film was released on 9 October 2024.[6]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "BINGE Announces First Original Feature Film "How to Make Gravy"". BINGE. 3 December 2023. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
- ^ "Official Trailer and Characters Revealed for BINGE Original Feature Film How to Make Gravy". BINGE. 9 October 2024. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
- ^ a b Cain, Sian (9 October 2024). "How to Make Gravy: first trailer for film based on Paul Kelly song released". The Guardian. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
- ^ Dalagarno, Paul (26 October 2023). "How to Make Gravy: cast named for Paul Kelly-inspired Binge film". Screenhub. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
- ^ Hassett, Kate (10 October 2024). "'How To Make Gravy' Is About To Become Your New Favourite Christmas Movie". Marie Claire Australia. Retrieved 10 October 2024.
- ^ Binge (9 October 2024). "How To Make Gravy — Official Trailer". Retrieved 10 October 2024 – via YouTube.