Review of Salto (1965) by Tom D — 26 Jun 2007

A great coming-of-age movie. Beautifully shot and very sexy.

This review of Salto (1965) was written by Tom D on 26 Jun 2007.

Salto has generally received positive reviews.

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By C G (59) on 11 Jan 2010

There's something about it that keeps you watching. clearly flawed but fascinating at the same time. script has room for improvement…

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By Anna C (930) on 21 Mar 2010

OK well watched this coz of Sam Worthington, and he's really good in it, bein a little Aussie independant movie, its a tad arty and dreamy…

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By Margot T (5) on 09 Dec 2009

I love the part where she looks at the shot in the beer when everyone drinks the beer she is still staring at the beer glass…

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By Ng H (30) on 16 Dec 2009

Sam Worthington's earlier masterpieces. A coming of age story. Very strong and compelling. Doesn't hurt that Abbie Cornish is an eye candy…

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By Adryan G (33) on 07 Feb 2009

About 2/3s in, I got the feeling that this film was a collection of moments that Shortland wanted to film, with the story only attached as…

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By Jesse C (375) on 31 Mar 2010

The wandering spirit is heavy hearted in somersault…

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By Kym (C My Community Profile) R (190) on 23 Dec 2009

(aussie indy movie) not sure how to rate this but I?ll at least give you the plot? short form…

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By Sarah Ward (538) for Flicks.com.au (38) on 18 Jul 2018

Somersault isn't simply sensitive to the mindset of its protagonist, but rather adopts the character's yearning, searching, testing and experimenting…

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By Dennis Schwartz (5,456) for Ozus' World Movie Reviews (5,456) on 13 Jan 2009

A psychological drama that registered with audiences and critics alike because of its heartfelt painful story…

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By Hannah S (341) on 15 Sep 2009

A very character driven story. At times you feel torn between feeling annoyed and sympathetic…

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