Review of Last Cab to Darwin (2015) by Mark H — 05 Aug 2015

The best Australian film since Red Dog. Great script and photography. Michael Caton is the star of this very emotional roller coaster journey.

This review of Last Cab to Darwin (2015) was written by Mark H on 05 Aug 2015.

Last Cab to Darwin has generally received positive reviews.

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A nice story with a happier ending than expected. Mediocre acting. Gorgeous footage of the Aussie outback…

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By Breeze C (3) on 11 Sep 2015

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By David 'Mad Dog' Bradley (480) for Rip It Up (249) on 17 Aug 2015

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