Dirt Music - Official Trailer (Universal Pictures)

Coming Soon to Australian Cinemas in 2020

Cast: Kelly MacDonald, Garrett Hedlund, David Wenham. Joined by Aaron Pederson, George Mason, Julia Stone and Dan Wylie
Directed by: Gregor Jordan
Screenplay: Jack Thorne
Produced by: Finola Dwyer, Amanda Posey, Angie Fielder, Polly Staniford

Based on the novel ‘Dirt Music’ written by Tim Winton
Featuring original music written and performed by Julia Stone

Georgie Jutland (Kelly Macdonald) is barely holding it together these days without a drink. Once a nurse, now she’s trapped in the backwater fishing port of White Point with local crayfish baron, Jim Buckridge (David Wenham) and his two sons, whose dead mother she can never hope to replace.

One hazy night she sees the lone figure of Lu Fox (Garret Hedlund) appear in the mists of the bay. A long time ago he was a dirt musician, but now he survives as a poacher - an unwise choice given Jim’s iron-grip on the local fishing trade.

Georgie is instantly drawn to Lu, and the pair begin an intense affair. What Georgie doesn’t realise is that the Foxes and the Buckridges have a long, murky history.

Fearing Jim’s fury and haunted by his tragic past, Lu flees north to Coronation Island, a place dear to Georgie’s heart. Discovering Lu has fled, Georgie decides to follow him north with the unlikely help of Jim.

Based on the critically acclaimed novel by iconic Australian writer Tim Winton, Dirt Music is a tale of love and redemption, set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of the Australian West.

[masokotanga]

I LOVE HER! No Country and Trainspotting showcase how multi-faceted she is. Every time I see her in a role, she is COMPLETELY transformed. Her looks, her dialects, her mannerisms and not to mention her drop-dead good looks make her the complete package. Never knew her name but she is right up near the top in abilities as actress. Just amazes me. Excited to see this flick, now..

[angelicone]

I really liked this movie, the leads had great chemistry. Garrett Hedland (Lu Fox) did a fantastic job in his role, he was particularly good with the really raw emotional scenes.

[EspProfessional]

Esperance and Western Australia represent!

[Seriouslyfunny]

Man... I read the book around 11-12 years ago. It made my imagination run wild and had such an impact on me that sparked a flare of writing in me. Years passed and I forgot about such an amazing masterpiece. And now out of nowhere this trailer gets recommended. Brings back such pretty memories

[Australia-kykx]

A little gem. See it and know how beautiful people can be.

[kirbyjustine]

Soundtrack is on repeat. I LOVED this movie. 🥰

[aussiesandtrails]

Australia is so beautiful. Currently reading the book. The movie and soundtrack were beautiful.

[swaggie]

Just back in Perth after 2 weeks in Broome and the West Kimberley. Missing this country and the Dampier Peninsula so much already

[serenae]

God this looks good. And thank god the leads are doing good Aussie accents.

[dreamsteddybearsmaster]

FINALLY: Convincing Australian accents I must say

EDIT: Hope this is revolutionary... its a Hollywood reversal!

[charleenhudson]

Just read the book! Great author. Really exited for the movie now:) 🇦🇺

[bellestarr]

Tim Winton's book, Dirt Music, on which this is based, is terrific.

[shayne]

Only just watched this and I loved it!!!!

[suboticpavle]

song in the trailer is: Phantom Power - Radiance

[claudiarodriguezsanchez]

What's the name of the first song???

[connormilne]

Anyone know where that first beach is?

[sadiahaleema]

Song:
George mason can't find my way home

[jackholesun]

'Housewife escapism' meets 'modern Australiana'

[dulciedb]

Ok, just learned that Garrett Hedland is an American, and not new to the big screen. I confess I haven't seen him in anything that I can remember.

[dulciedb]

I am predicting that Garrett Hedland will be the next big Aussie thing in the US. The next Chris Hemsworth perhaps?