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The Butterfly Tree is a 2017 Australian drama film directed by Priscilla Cameron.[2] It had its premiere at the 2017 Melbourne International Film Festival,[1] and was screened in the Discovery section at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival.[3]
| The Butterfly Tree | |
|---|---|
 Theatrical film poster | |
| Directed by | Priscilla Cameron |
| Written by | Priscilla Cameron |
| Produced by | Bridget Callow-Wright |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Jason Hargreaves |
| Edited by | Rodrigo Balart |
| Music by | Caitlin Yeo |
Release date |
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Running time | 96 minutes |
| Country | Australia |
| Language | English |
Evelyn is an ex-burlesque queen who puts a curse on single dad Al and his son Fin with her zest for life. When both Al and Fin learn they are competing for Evelyn's love, their competition brings back memories over the death of Fin's mother.
- Melissa George as Evelyn
- Ewen Leslie as Al
- Ed Oxenbould as Fin
- Sophie Lowe as Shelley
The Butterfly Tree received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, earning a 46% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 13 reviews with an average score of 5.71/10.[4]
Accolades
| Award | Category | Subject | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| AACTA Awards (7th) |
Best Original Screenplay | Priscilla Cameron | Nominated |
| Best Actor | Ewen Leslie | Nominated | |
| Best Original Music Score | Caitlin Yeo | Nominated | |
| FCCA Award | Best Supporting Actor | Ed Oxenbould | Nominated |
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