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Evil Angels

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1988 | 120 min | Drama

Friday Night Flick

Why it’s a Friday Night Flick

Critics loved it (94% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it drew serious awards attention. Make plans for this one.

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. If you loved The Lincoln Lawyer or Changeling, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Emotional (bring tissues).
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr.
What might put you off
  • Rated PG-13: scary moments and a parent's death or loss. Probably too much for younger kids.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Based on the true story of Lindy Chamberlain who, during a family camping trip to Ayers Rock in central Australia, claimed she witnessed a dingo take her baby daughter, Azaria, from their tent. Azaria's body was never found and, after investigations and two public inquests, she is charged with murder.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsVery strong

    94% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesSolid

    6.8 out of 10

  • AwardsStrong

    Won 1 Cannes award: Cannes Film Festival: Best Actress. Also nominated for 1 Oscar and 4 Golden Globes. Plus 7 other awards.

  • Box office & staying powerWeak

    $15 million worldwide on a $15 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 126K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Fred Schepisi

  • Meryl StreepLindy Chamberlain
  • Sam NeillMichael Chamberlain
  • Bruce MylesBarker
  • Neil FitzpatrickPhillips
  • Charles TingwellMuirhead
  • Maurie FieldsBarritt
  • Nick TateCharlwood
  • Lewis Fitz-GeraldTipple
  • John HowardLyle Morris
  • Dorothy AlisonAvis Murchison