
JASPER JONES is a coming of age story about Charlie Bucktin, a bookish boy of 14. On the night that Jasper Jones, the town's mixed race outcast shows him the dead body of young Laura Wishart, Charlie's life is changed forever. Entrusted with this secret and believing Jasper to be innocent, Charlie embarks on a dangerous journey to find the true killer. Set over the scorching summer holidays of 1969, Charlie defeats the local racists, faces the breakup of his parents and falls... (Full plot summary below)
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JASPER JONES is a coming of age story about Charlie Bucktin, a bookish boy of 14. On the night that Jasper Jones, the town's mixed race outcast shows him the dead body of young Laura Wishart, Charlie's life is changed forever. Entrusted with this secret and believing Jasper to be innocent, Charlie embarks on a dangerous journey to find the true killer. Set over the scorching summer holidays of 1969, Charlie defeats the local racists, faces the breakup of his parents and falls head over heels in love as he discovers what it means to be truly courageous.
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| Stuff.co.nzJames CrootScreenwriter Shaun Grant keeps many of the novel's weighty themes, but delivers them with such verve and taut-storytelling that watching it all unfold is a joy. |
| Film InquiryJo BradleyThe performances and script allow Jasper Jones to bound along with enough momentum that we all enjoy this well-made story about discovery, injustice and courage. |
| GuardianLuke BuckmasterIt's compelling as a whodunnit, touching as a coming-of-age story, insightful as a picture of race relations and crafty as a drama about secrets, concealing a few of its own for a final, satisfying reveal. |
| ABC Radio (Australia)CJ JohnsonEngrossing, surprising and moving, and obviously made with great care and love. |
| The AustralianDavid StrattonMiller beautifully portrays the uncertainties and sensitivities of a young small-town teenager, while Rice radiates youth and grace. |
| Ozus' World Movie ReviewsDennis SchwartzWhat's missing in this coming-of-age drama is making its main story more compelling. |
| Daily Telegraph (Australia)Vicky Roach[Director Rachel Perkins] must maintain the sense of threat and danger without being too explicit. For the most part, she succeeds, supported by strong performances from a seasoned cast. |
| Concrete PlaygroundSarah WardAn engaging mystery, a warm-hearted account of friendship and an exploration of courage in the face of prejudice. |
| Time Out SydneyNick DentDevotees of the novel will find this a faithful rendering. |
| VarietyRichard KuipersCentered on a 14-year-old boy caught up in a murder mystery involving a part-Aboriginal suspect, this outstanding adaptation of Craig Silvey's novel will appeal strongly to teenage and adult audiences. |