Monday Morning Maybe

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Lilian's Story

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1996 | 94 min | Drama

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. Best on a quiet night when you're in the mood to feel something.
The mood
Emotional (bring tissues).
The pace
Character-first and patient, at 1 hr 34 min.
What might put you off
Not the one if you want explosions or easy laughs.

For forty years Lilian Singer has been locked up in a 'loony bin' by her father. Her release is eventually secured by her eccentric Aunt Kitty and her brother, John. Lilian starts to carve out a place for herself. As she explores Sydney and the people who live and work around her she sees others looking for love. Lilian shows us it is never too late to change your life and that even unusual choices can bring contentment.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsWeak

    1 win and 1 nomination from smaller awards and festivals

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $525K worldwide

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    About 4K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Jerzy Domaradzki

  • Ruth CracknellLilian Singer
  • Barry OttoJohn Singer / Albion Singer
  • Toni ColletteYoung Lilian Singer
  • John FlausFrank
  • Susie LindemanJewel
  • Iris ShandAunt Kitty
  • Anne-Louise LambertMother
  • Essie DavisZara
  • Jeff TrumanHead Orderly
  • Lyle O'HaraEsther