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The Edge

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Three young women -- an Aussie sprinter, a First Nations powerlifter, and a Japanese Paralympic swimmer -- navigate love, education and controversy while embedded in the world of elite sport.

Critics Reviews

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Annette Basile FILMINK (Australia) Nov 24
11/20
The respective storylines have plenty of human drama, and the friendship between the women is a strong theme, but the promise of a look inside the pressure-cooker world of elite sport is only partly fulfilled. Go to Full Review
Alan Ng Film Threat Nov 21
7.5/10
The Edge is a compelling story that will feel familiar with anyone who has competed at the high school or college level. Go to Full Review
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Bronte W @Bronte 1d Jane Larkin makes a powerful debut with a film that explores complex female characters navigating the world of competitive sport in Australia. Larkin’s talent shines through her work as writer, director and lead actress in the film, bringing a sense of real, raw emotion that only someone with lived experience can. Larkin and her co-stars Mei Ichinose (Yui) and Lily Riley (Silvia) are exceptional and their real-life skills as competitive athletes make the story even more compelling. A must watch for all who enjoy Australian Indies! See more Max M @max_mcl 1d This movie truly is a REAL insight into what it's like to navigate young adulthood. You truly get taken through what it's like worrying about health and fitness, careers, social pressures, friendships, and relationships all colliding together in positive and messy ways. This isn't a movie you just watch, you feel the experiences of the characters...the good, the ugly, and the uncomfortable. Any parent of young athletes, or even current young athletes could learn so much from this film. A great storytelling experience, looking forward to more from Jane. See more Emily K @EmilyKristopher 5d An absolute slay for the Australian film scene and gorgeous debut for director Jane Larkin! A wild look into the elite athlete scene and the crazy discipline required to make it to the top. (Something very satisfying about watching a bunch of badass women training their asses off while I eat chips on the couch). It’s got drama! It’s got hot people running really fast! Also scandal! Quite a bit of scandal! Loved it. Give it a watch and support Aussie films! 😌🕺 See more Steph L @Stephkate Jan 26 The Edge nails what it actually feels like to train, compete, and live in your own head as an athlete. The pressure, the doubt, the grind, it all felt real. Powerful and really well done. See more Alexzandria D @Alex_deeon Jan 10 I loved how this film centred around three co-stars rather than a single lead, each representing a different sport and the unique struggles that come with it. Watching their individual journeys unfold felt incredibly real and refreshing. As a female athlete myself, I found pieces of myself in each of them and deeply connected to the way their characters evolved over time. The film beautifully captures how passionate we can become about the sports we love, sometimes to the point where they define us. But it also serves as an important reminder that we are more than our performance, more than our discipline. There is so much else that shapes who we are and what truly matters in life. This movie genuinely made me stop and reflect on that. See more Patricia L @pal001 Jan 10 Loved this film. A very good watch. See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Three young women -- an Aussie sprinter, a First Nations powerlifter, and a Japanese Paralympic swimmer -- navigate love, education and controversy while embedded in the world of elite sport.
Director
Jane Larkin
Producer
Jane Larkin, Bradley Dilworth, Jade van der Lei, Ben Knibb, Michelle Larkin
Screenwriter
Jane Larkin
Production Co
3Lite Productions
Genre
Drama, Romance, Sports
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 43m