The true story of an unlikely hero.
When an unlikely ally enters the Bloom family's world in the form of an injured baby magpie they name Penguin, the bird’s arrival makes a profound difference in the struggling family’s life.
Penguin Bloom (2021) is a drama film directed by Glendyn Ivin, released on January 21, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 35m. It stars Naomi Watts, Andrew Lincoln, Griffin Murray-Johnston and Felix Cameron. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 345 ratings.
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Naomi Watts
as Sam Bloom
Andrew Lincoln
as Cameron Bloom
Griffin Murray-Johnston
as Noah Bloom
Felix Cameron
as Rueben Bloom
Abe Clifford-Barr
as Oli Bloom
Jacki Weaver
as Jan
Rachel House
as Gaye Hatfield
Gia Carides
as Megan
Leeanna Walsman
as Kylie
Lisa Hensley
as Bron
Randolph Fields
as Skater
Directed by Glendyn Ivin, written by Cameron Bloom, Shaun Grant and Harry Cripps, produced by Emma Cooper, Steve Hutensky and Bruna Papandrea.
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 345 ratings.
A lovely family movie with a straightforward, inspiring, uplifting story. Based on the true story of Sam Bloom who was paralysed from the chest down following a fall from the roof of a building when holidaying in Italy with her family. Naomi Watts, who plays Sam, brings her experience as an actor to the story along with, of course, the trainer of the magpies who starred in the movie (ten of them!). Watts does a…
Reviewed on January 24, 2021
'Penguin Bloom' is a good tear-jerker based on a true story; it's another film along with 'The Dry' that proves Australia is capable of making strong movies showcasing great talent in front of and behind the camera. Grab some tissues and someone you can hug, and go see 'Penguin Bloom' in cinemas! - Chris dos Santos Read Chris' full article...…
Reviewed on February 2, 2021
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The main cast of Penguin Bloom (2021) includes Naomi Watts, Andrew Lincoln, Griffin Murray-Johnston, Felix Cameron and Abe Clifford-Barr. The film was directed by Glendyn Ivin. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
Penguin Bloom was released on January 21, 2021 and runs for 1h 35m.
Penguin Bloom (2021) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 345 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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