Even though the film’s setting predates my birth by almost two decades, I found a surprising amount of authenticity in _Swinging Safari_, recognizing aspects of Australian culture that resonated with my own experiences and left me feeling satisfied. However, I do wonder how well it will be received by audiences outside of Australia, regardless of their familiarity with the period depicted. I’d welcome perspectives fr…

This film is a wild, tipsy blend of elements recalling the television series The Wonder Years and Paul Mazursky’s examination of suburban values in Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice.