The Sapphires

The Sapphires
Movie · Comedy · Drama

In 1968, four smart, gutsy young Australian Aboriginal women become unlikely stars by singing for the U.S. troops in Vietnam. With the help of an R&B-loving Irish musician, Dave Lovelace (Chris O'Dowd of Bridesmaids, TV's GIRLS), they transform themselves into a sizzling soul act and set out to make a name for themselves hundreds of miles from home. Inspired by a true story, The Sapphires is a celebration of music, family, and self-discovery.

2013 · 1h 38m
  • 91%
Starring Chris O'Dowd, Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy
Director Wayne Blair

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Cast & Crew

  • Chris O'Dowd
    Dave Lovelace
  • Deborah Mailman
    Gail
  • Jessica Mauboy
    Julie
  • Shari Sebbens
    Kay
  • Miranda Tapsell
    Cynthia
  • Tory Kittles
    Robby
  • Eka Darville
    Hendo
  • L‌N
    Lynette Narkle
    Nanny Theresa
  • K‌B
    Kylie Belling
    Geraldine
  • G‌J
    Gregory J. Fryer
    Selwyn
  • D‌B
    Don Battee
    Myron Ritchie

About

The Sapphires

Comedy

In 1968, four smart, gutsy young Australian Aboriginal women become unlikely stars by singing for the U.S. troops in Vietnam. With the help of an R&B-loving Irish musician, Dave Lovelace (Chris O'Dowd of Bridesmaids, TV's GIRLS), they transform themselves into a sizzling soul act and set out to make a name for themselves hundreds of miles from home. Inspired by a true story, The Sapphires is a celebration of music, family, and self-discovery.

91%

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Fresh 126
Rotten 12

Information

Studio
Entertainment One
Released
2013
Run Time
1 hr 38 min
Rated
PG
Regions of Origin
Australia, United States
© 2012 The Sapphires Film Holdings Pty Ltd, Screen Australia, Goal Post Pictures Australia, A.P. Facilities Pty Ltd and Screen NSW

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Original Audio
English, English (Australia)
Audio

French (France)

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English (Australia) (SDH), English (United States) (SDH), Italian (Italy) , Spanish (Spain)

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Audio descriptions (AD) refer to a narration track describing what is happening on screen, to provide context for those who are blind or have low vision.
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