The Sapphires

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  • Opened March 22, 2013 (Limited)
  • 1 hr 39 min
  • PG-13 | Smoking, Sexuality, A Scene of War Violence, Some Language and Thematic Elements
  • Parents: Common Sense Media says OK for kids 13+. More on child suitability

  • 1968 was the year that changed the world. And for four young Aboriginal sisters from a remote mission this is the year that would change their lives forever. Around the globe, there was protest and revolution in the streets. Indigenous Australians finally secured the right to vote. There were drugs and the shock of a brutal assassination. And there was Vietnam. The sisters, Cynthia (Miranda Tapsell), Gail (Deborah Mailman), Julie (Jessica Mauboy) and Kay (Shari Sebbens) are discovered by Dave (Chris O’Dowd), a talent scout with a kind heart, very little rhythm but a great knowledge of soul music. Billed as Australia's answer to 'The Supremes', Dave secures the sisters their first true gig, and flies them to Vietnam to sing for the American troops. Based on a true story, THE SAPPHIRES is a triumphant celebration of youthful emotion, family and music. Full synopsis

  • Cast: Chris O'Dowd, Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy, Shari Sebbens, Miranda Tapsell
  • Director: Wayne Blair
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama

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Uplifting and entertaining

by sbhawn3636

This film engaged me from the first to the last -- exotic culture and history backdrop was educational an\d visually fresh. Inspirational, and a reminder that love and persistence never fail. I...

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Great movie!

by Ron_51

In a season of largely disappointing movies, this was a very bright spot. A strong story and great music set in a very interesting period of time. I laughed, I cried, I danced in my seat. Highly...

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Funny, romantic, inspirational

by pedsarq

This movie rocks! Actually, it has soul! The music these characters sing is the best of the 60s soul, but it's more than that. It's the music that fed the civil rights movement with passion. ...

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Entertainment Weekly
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The Sapphires is a movie for your heart (and your ears and moneymaker), not your head. Read full review

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Wall Street Journal
| Joe Morgenstern

The Sapphires isn't flawless, but who cares? It's a joyous affair that's distinguished by its music, and by the buoyant spirit of its stars. Read full review

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The Hollywood Reporter
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An exuberant celebration of Aboriginality that fizzes with humor and heart; its soulfulness goes beyond the embrace of a jukebox full of Motown, Stax and Atlantic Records hits. Read full review

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New York Post
| Sara Stewart

The upstart Sapphires are a smash to watch as they cover soul tunes like “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “What a Man” and “I Can’t Help Myself.” Read full review

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Jessica Mauboy, Miranda Tapsell, Deborah Mailman and Shari Sebbens in "The Sapphires."