Spider and Rose (1994)

Director: Bill Bennett

Starring: Ruth Cracknell, Simon Bossell, Max Cullen

Spider and Rose are on the road to Coonabarabran. It’s Spider’s last day working as an ambo, and he’s in a hurry. Rose has been in a car crash and would prefer they take their time. Along the way the two get to know each other and have some adventures neither one had planned.

Absolutely brilliant comedy-drama about the most unlikely of friends –  a fragile old lady and a young rebel. Ruth Cracknell and Simon Bossell are fantastic in their roles. The casting in general is perfect. The script is fantastic, and features some quirky dialogue.

This is a wonderful, feel-good road trip adventure that embodies so many emotions we can all relate to. This Australian gem of a film delivers on every level, and is bound to be one of the most delightful films you’ll ever see. ‘Spider & Rose’ is one of my all-time favorite films! If this doesn’t put a smile on your face, nothing will! Funny and fabulous until the closing credites.

It won the audience award at the Tromsø International Film Festival in 1995.

Would I watch it again? Absolutely!