DOWN UNDER FILM FESTIVAL 2025 - Opening Night Berlin

DOWN UNDER FILM FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT

“A hilarious Aussie comedy about chasing dreams, finding yourself, and embracing who you really want to be - at any age.”

Feature Film | Comedy | 2022 | Australia | 94 min | English | Directed by Gracie Otto

This event will include the screening of the short film LUNA & THE BRAIN TUNA (AU) by Aaron Lucas.

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Synopsis

Fired from her real estate job, Red pursues her dream of becoming the world's greatest Dolly Parton impersonator. When her act attracts the attention of an amorous Elvis impersonator and a powerful booking agent, she soon gets catapulted into the top tier of copycat performers, becoming the onstage and romantic partner of the top Kenny Rogers impersonator.

Director’s Bio

Gracie Otto is an accomplished Australian screen director, having made three feature films and directed many hours of premium television. SERIOUSLY RED is Gracie’s debut narrative feature starring Krew Boylan, Rose Byrne, Daniel Webber, Celeste Barber and Bobby Cannavale and had its world premiere at SxSW Festival 2022 where it screened in official competition.

Host or Publisher Down Under Film Festival