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Snowtown 2011

“Australia's most infamous crime story”

★ 6.3/10 · 359 votes CrimeDrama Released
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What is Snowtown?

Snowtown is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Crime, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
2011
Status
Released
Runtime
120 minutes
Release date
May 19, 2011
Original language
EN
Origin
Australia
Studios
Screen Australia, Warp Films, Carver Films
Budget
$2,000,000
Revenue
$1,349,387
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Snowtown is a film first released in 2011. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.

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Should you watch it?

“A teen’s dangerous loyalty spirals into brutal crimes in Australia’s infamous Snowtown murders.”

Reasons to watch
  • Based on real Australian crimes
  • Unflinching look at a teen’s descent into violence
  • Atmospheric crime drama
Keep in mind
  • Graphic torture and murder may be disturbing
  • Heavy, bleak tone

Watch it if you appreciate stark, true‑crime dramas that don’t shy away from brutality.

The film contains graphic violence and disturbing themes, suitable for mature audiences (MA15+).

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Frequently asked questions

Is Snowtown based on a true story?

Yes, it is based on the real Snowtown murders that occurred in Australia.

What is the age of the main character?

The central character, Jamie, is sixteen years old.

What genre is the film?

It is a crime drama.

What rating does the film have?

It carries an MA15+ rating, indicating it is intended for mature audiences.

How long is the film?

The runtime is about two hours.