The much anticipated film adaption of the loved Australian teen novel by John Marsden, Tomorrow When The War Began (Stuart Beattie, 2010), will have you on the edge of your seat with action packed scenes and get you reminiscing about the books and their loved characters.
The Tomorrow series is one of the most popular Australian series, even taught in schools. As usual it is a risk when adapting such a well known and loved book into a film however Beattie succeeds in bringing us the much loved characters and storyline of the book as well as a successful Australian action film. All the familiar characters and actions adapt all too well to the screen, bringing back memories of the popular books. The action component is well balanced with the drama, touching on issues of justice, ethics, belief and faith as well as friendships and emotions.
Each lover of the book will inevitably have different views of how they see the characters and may take a while to get used to the chosen cast, however overall the casting and performances are noteworthy. The character of Robyn, played by Ashleigh Cummings, is possibly the exception. Her character seems a little weak and young, however like the rest of the casting she does grow on you letting the audience feel a connection with her. Due to the somewhat inexperienced actors and perhaps the uncommon Australian accents, at times the acting may seem laughably imperfect but doesn't detract from the intriguing story-line, action or character development, which is commendable.
A great Australian film to show off our talent and leave you wanting a sequel or to revisit the books. Followers of the book won’t be let down.
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