The Rover

On my recent film-nerd camping weekend, two of my good friends and myself watched, "The Rover." This 2014 Australian film by director David Michôd is gripping stuff. Its another post apocalyptic film set down under. Part "The Road," part "Mad Max," and part 1971 Australian film, "Wake in Fright." However "The Rover" is original enough to be well worth your time. It's a gorgeous looking film and the two lead performances by Guy Pearce (who I love even if he finds himself in something lousy) and Robert Pattinson (who has kept making smart choices, interesting choices, post "Twilight" (so has Kristen Stewart!)) are both fabulous in this. The story revolves around Eric (Pearce) wanting to get his stolen car back with an unconventional sidekick (Pattinson). The first ten minutes of the film has a wonderful way of tying two intersecting story lines - it will grip you and get you into the dusty car, which is "The Rover." It's a ride you will want to take. Catch it on streaming services or if you are in Ottawa, go rent it from Movies 'N Stuff.