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Philippou Brothers’ ‘Bring Her Back’ Impresses Australian Audiences Ahead of U.S. Debut

The film has been lauded for its relentless atmosphere, standout performances, thematic exploration of trauma, grief, child protection failures.

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Andy in Bring Her Back
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Overview

  • Bring Her Back’ is the follow-up to the Philippou brothers’ breakout hit ‘Talk to Me,’ premiering in Australia on May 29 and opening in U.S. theaters on May 30.
  • Sally Hawkins stars as Laura, an eccentric foster mother whose unsettling behavior drives the film’s suspense.
  • Billy Barratt and Sora Wong portray orphaned siblings Andy and Piper, whose bond anchors the film’s emotional core as they confront a fraught foster system.
  • Critics have praised the film’s visceral horror elements, unflinching gore and claustrophobic atmosphere.
  • Rated R for graphic violence, nudity and strong language, the film underscores its horror credentials with unflinching special effects.