Plot and character disappoint in 'Australia' epic

The usually reliable Luhrmann has brought us a film that resembles, in so many ways, his native land, the Australia of the title: big, good to look at, and empty.

Fri, 26 Dec, 2008 - 20:36

Director: Baz Luhrmann

Cast: Nicole Kidman, Hugh Jackman, Bryan Brown

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