Sweetie 1989
“There will not be a more extraordinary film than “Sweetie” in a long long time!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Jane Campion
- Networks
- New South Wales Film Corp., Arenafilm, New South Wales Film & Television Office
What is Sweetie?
Sweetie is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 28, 1989
- Studios
- New South Wales Film Corp., Arenafilm, New South Wales Film & Television Office
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- New South Wales Film Corp., Arenafilm, New South Wales Film & Television Office
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Overview
Sweetie is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by New South Wales Film Corp., Arenafilm, New South Wales Film & Television Office. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A disciplined sister's world unravels when her wild sibling returns home.”
- Explores dysfunctional family dynamics
- Contrasts restraint with chaos
- Intense sibling conflict may unsettle some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy off‑kilter stories about family tension and eccentric characters.
The film’s dark humor and strained family relations make it more suitable for mature audiences.
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What is the main conflict?
Kay’s orderly life is challenged by Sweetie’s chaotic return, exposing family tensions.
Who are the central characters?
The story focuses on Kay, her boyfriend Louis, and her sister Sweetie.
What genre does the film belong to?
It blends drama and comedy.
How long is the film?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 40 minutes.
When was the film released?
It was made in 1989 and released in the United States on January 19, 1990.
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