by Hal Erickson
synopsis
This innocuous New Zealand-filmed "road" movie is buoyed by engaging performances and superb cinematography. The protagonists are young friends Gerry (Kelly Johnson) and Shirl (Claire Oberman) and their much-older travelling companion John (Tony Barry). The trio steals a car and hits the road. With the law on their trail, our heroes (and heroine) still manage to experience a steady flow of picaresque adventures. The huge supporting cast seems to be comprised of friends and relatives of the cast and crew, all of whom seem to be enjoying themselves. Luckily, their enthusiasm is contagious.
characteristics
- Journey
- Alienation
- Robber
- On-the-road
- Heist
- Teen
- Arrest
- Thief
- Theft
- Pursuit
- Chase
- Road
- Mill
- Auto
- Car
