The Settlement

A slow, dusty small-town drama where quiet nonconformity draws a tightening ring of disapproval, leaving a bittersweet ache.

Directed by

Howard Rubie

Genres

Drama

Starring

Bill Kerr, John Jarratt, Lorna Lesley

Overview

Down-on-their-luck drifters Kearney and Martin wander into the small town of Cedar Creek looking to swindle a few pounds from the locals. After a not-too-friendly reception, the pair decide to move into an abandoned shack on the outskirts of town. They are soon joined in their new home by Joycie, another town outcast with a shady past. While the three manage to start a rather happy life together, they soon find that others in the town strongly disapprove of their living arrangements.

How it feels

Melancholic, warm, tense and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Isolation, identity, love, family

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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