The Sapphires

"It's what's in the groove that counts."

It's 1968, and four young, talented Australian Aboriginal girls learn about love, friendship and war when their all girl soul group 'The Sapphires' entertain the US troops in Vietnam. 1968 was the year that changed the world. And for four young Aboriginal sisters from a remote mission this is the year that would change their lives forever. Around the globe, there was protest and revolution in the streets. Indigenous Australians finally secured the right to vote. There were drugs and the shock of a brutal assassination. And there was Vietnam. The sisters, Cynthia, Gail, Julie and Kay are discovered by Dave, a talent scout with a kind heart, very little rhythm but a great knowledge of soul music. Billed as Australia's answer to 'The Supremes', Dave secures the sisters their first true gig, and fly's them to Vietnam to sing for the American troops. Based on a true story, THE SAPPHIRES is a triumphant celebration of youthful emotion, family and music.

Details

Format: Blu Ray
Genre: Australian, Award - AFI - Actor, Award - AFI - Director, Award - AFI - Film
Rating: PG
Release Date: 02 12 2012
Production Year: 2012
Distributor: 103
Languages: English
Rating Advice: Coarse Language And Sexual References| Mild Violence And Themes
Distributor: All Interactive Distribution
Directors: Wayne Blair

Actors: Chris O'Dowd, Deborah Mailman, Jessica Mauboy, Shari Sebbens, Miranda Tapsell, Tory Kittles, Eka Darville, Tanika Lonesborough, Nioka Brennan, Lynette Narkle, Kylie Belling, Tammy Anderson, Miah Madden, Ava Jean Miller-Porter, Carlin Briggs