Mandarin Peel (2009)

Mandarin Peel (2009) poster

Mandarin Peel is a haiku. Through a lens of memory and dreams, two girls explore their friendship and the joy of a juicy mandarin in the dry Australian landscape. An evocative montage, the film evokes tactile experiences and revels in the visceral. It's a musing on childhood, kinship, instincts, violence and forgiveness. The children of Mandarin Peel serve as metaphors for Australia itself, its exploration of identity, forging relationships, inventing history and future.

Director: Anna McGrath
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 5 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Stefan Duscio
Editing: Marcus Herrick
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

Themes

Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

australia, coming of age, short film

More Films by Director: Anna McGrath
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mandarin Peel about?
Mandarin Peel is a haiku. Through a lens of memory and dreams, two girls explore their friendship and the joy of a juicy mandarin in the dry Australian landscape. An evocative montage, the film evokes tactile experiences and revels in the visceral. It's a musing on childhood, kinship, instincts, violence and forgiveness. The children of Mandarin Peel serve as metaphors for Australia itself, its exploration of identity, forging relationships, inventing history and future.
Who directed Mandarin Peel?
Mandarin Peel was directed by Anna McGrath.
Who stars in Mandarin Peel?
Mandarin Peel stars Jamira Hunter, Minnie Liszukiewicz.
How long is Mandarin Peel?
Mandarin Peel has a runtime of 5m (5 minutes).
What genre is Mandarin Peel?
Mandarin Peel is a Drama film.
Where was Mandarin Peel produced?
Mandarin Peel was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of Mandarin Peel?
The themes of Mandarin Peel include: Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.