When the fifteen-year-old student, Rachel Barber, doesn't climb off the tram to meet her dad, Elizabeth, her mother, and Mike, her dad, bolt into action. Two very different people whose relationship is nose diving to get the opportunity to experience life in their partners shoes when they wake up one morning in each others bodies. Claudia Karvan and Guy Pearce (two of my faves) are both great in the lead roles, if a little over the top in some of the scenes where they are swapped (which make up the majority of the film). I wait impatiently for it to be released on VHS or DVD here in the US.I can't go without commenting on the actors. and then how bloody annoying to see it's only in 4:3. Dean Randall has sponsored Mei Mei, a young Chinese orphan, for many years. So great to see this listed on Amazon Prime in Australia. The film covers the conflict between a father and his son both being musicians. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. Plus, who doesn't love an Australiana movie from the mid-90s! He gets them out for the heists and "looks after" the money and one's wife. Watch a body swap movie. One messy science journalist (Tash) and a neat television host (Brett). Confidential" which were the only films I'd seen him in at the time.Imagine my surprise at this films funny, clever and original way of examining the strangeness/complexity of relationships between men and women in this modern world. It doesn't say anything revolutionary about gender (and maybe relies on a lot of stereotypes for some of the gags) but I thought it was charming and sweet and more than a little silly. Other things I loved: Guy Pearce in a sports bra and skirt; the soundtrack; Claudia Karvan's makeup (<3 brown lippie). One messy science journalist (Tash) and a neat television host (Brett). A fun cute movie but nothing more than that. Hopefully she won't be cut out of the Star Wars movie again! 1996 Directed by Megan Simpson Huberman. Also, I instantly became a huge fan of Claudia Karvan. One messy science journalist (Tash) and a neat television host (Brett). It is especially nice to see Tash come out of her shell after having lived Brett's life. And although this one isn't my favourite, I still really enjoyed it! Mobile site. Report this film. Film data from TMDb. Valuable lessons are learned by each as they both have to adjust to very different lives. A government program is trying to entice women to go to a remote island and become companions to war-scarred soldiers. This FAQ is empty. Scavenger Hunt #63 (27/30)19. A lot that could have been explored more seriously in this film whilst still keeping the laughs. A shy, young woman, living a sheltered life in a small southern town, embarks on a journey to self-awareness when she falls in love with an eccentric rock star. Out Of The Closets And Into The Cinemas! Two very different people whose relationship is nose diving to get the opportunity to experience life in their partners shoes when they wake up one morning in each others bodies. Rarely say this but this deserves a larger budget re-make. Pity, because the shots at the beginning are beautiful. A bisensual movie with many unnecessary voice overs. A couple wake up one morning to find they have now switched bodies. 1996 With Claudia Karvan, Guy Pearce, Matt Day, Lisa Hensley. I DONT CARE WHAT PEOPLE THINK BUT YOU CANT TELL ME THAT GUY PEARCE ISNT ONE THE MOST ATTRACTIVE GUYS YOU HAVE EVER LAID EYES ON. A biographical movie on the film star's early life before Hollywood fame. When she arrives in Sydney out of the blue to thank him, their lives are changed forever. Title: A romcon with a freaky friday storyline.I only concern is why am I always attracted to guy Pearce when he plays these types of roles??? An Australian truck driver writes romance novels. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. It has a nugget of an interesting story/premise a la You’ve Got Mail (1998) but lacks the execution. Thumbs Up: There's obvious potential in the idea and the plot sort of works (in a 'Screenplay 101' kind of a way), Guy Pearce and Claudia Karvan have a bit of chemistry together. Complications arise when his novel takes off. So is all the cast of course. As IMDb celebrates its 30th birthday, we have six shows to get you ready for those pivotal years of your life ... your 30s. One messy science journalist (Tash) and a neat television host (Brett). Michael Jenkins' movie "The Heartbreak Kid" centres on the coming of age relationship between a teacher (Claudia Karvin), and a wild and spirited student (Alex Demitrides). This was such fun. A man returns to Victoria, Australia, where he grew up, and encounters a mysterious woman who reminds him of someone he once knew. Guy Pearce and Claudia Karvan make this "Freaky Friday" Aussie Rom-Com work fairly well. Was this review helpful to you? View production, box office, & company info. guy pearce and claudia karvan are both absolutely delightful to watch.the inherent genderplay of body swapping balances out the heteronormativity and as a queer person, i just have 2 say that i feel very validated after watching it. The father is the leader of a band making rock-music from the 60s but his son becomes a star of techno-pop ... See full summary ». She just puts on the airs of a man and it’s endlessly endearing to see her act tough and boorish in a woman’s body. This one has a lot of bullshit, but you can eventually laugh. Two very different people whose relationship is nose diving to get the opportunity to experience life in their partners shoes when they wake up one morning in each others bodies. I selfishly wish she were in more projects that come stateside, because I'd love to see more of her. I don't really know or care if this movie is 'good' or not but I've spent all week watching Wire in the Blood and this was a perfect balm for my brain. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? 15 of 18 people found this review helpful. More details at Yes, the plot device of how/why they switch bodies is a bit clumsy, but that can be forgiven, because once this film gets into full swing, it's a hilarious romp and the best by far "body switching" movie I've ever seen. Rob . As a woman audience member, you can't help saying, "Ah, HA!! Tanna, The Rocket,…, Pantelis Roussakis 266 films 71 12 Edit, A comprehensive list of Australian made movies, This is a list of films in which a character (or characters) inhabit a different body than their own; usually…, Body swap is a film genre in which two people exchange minds and end up in each other's bodies, due…. A fluffy yet entertaining Aussie romcom, rising it-girl/guy players Claudia Karvan and Guy Pierce have fun out-peforming as themselves and the other. Claudia Karvan acts circles around Guy Pearce in this genderbent freaky friday. Directed by Megan Simpson Huberman. I love this film mainly because I love Claudia Carvan and she's great in this. It goes places where a Hollywood movie would never go. Thanks Andi for your recommendation :). I first saw "Dating the Enemy" at a film festival 4 years ago that was showing Aussie films that had never been released in the US. I must admit, I rolled my eyes when I first heard the plot of "Dating the Enemy" but decided it was worth a look to see Guy Pearce in something else besides "Priscilla" and "L.A. This is the most charming and ironically NORMAL character I've ever seen Guy Pearce play, and I'd love to see him do more parts like this. Made by fans in Auckland, New Zealand. this has everything i could want or expect from both a 90s romcom or a body swap movie. :)In short, in spite of some of the minor problems with this film, it is a wonderful film overall, and if you can overlook it's faults, you will fully enjoy it. Synopsis. Dating the Enemy. Check out some of the IMDb editors' favorites movies and shows to round out your Watchlist. Sure, there are some predictably groan-worthy things going on, but it is still enjoyable. Directed by Megan Simpson Huberman. ‍♀️. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Valuable lessons are learned by each as they both have to adjust to very different lives. The teacher , ... See full summary ». unapologetically goofy fun. as Tash, walks into the living room, sees Brett 'examining herself' on the couch, and is shocked, Second season of ‘Let’s Talk About’ to launch on Foxtel Play, Sue Milliken preps feature 'Ladies in Black', set in Sydney department store, Aimc 2016 wraps up with awards for Sam Neill, Anthony Buckley, Sue Milliken, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia: The Gang Turns Black. This movie goes beyond the plot gimic in many of these ways. : Meeting Queer Folks In Dark Rooms, The Great Australian Watchlist (1906-2020), Movies That Would More or Less Scan the Same But Arguably Make for More Interesting Replacements for the Titular Film Referenced in the Chorus of Deep Blue Something's 1995 Hit Single "Breakfast at Tiffany's".

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