Candy (2006) movie poster

Candy (2006)

"More is never enough."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 83%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 52% (RT: 47%, MC: 57) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Director
Neil Armfield
Runtime
1h 56m
Country
Australia, United Kingdom
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (634 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
47%
Metacritic
57
Cast
Abbie Cornish as Candy
Geoffrey Rush as Casper
Tom Budge as Schumann
Tony Martin as Mr. Wyatt
Noni Hazlehurst as Mrs. Wyatt
Holly Austin as Sunglasses Shop Assistant
Most people think so. 83% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 634 votes. Critics scored it lower at 52%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A poet falls in love with an art student, who gravitates to his bohemian lifestyle โ€” and his love of heroin. Hooked as much on one another as they are on the drug, their relationship alternates between states of oblivion, self-destruction, and despair. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of Candy was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated drama films of 2006 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Candy is a 2006 drama, romance film directed by Neil Armfield. A poet falls in love with an art student, who gravitates to his bohemian lifestyle โ€” and his love of heroin. Hooked as much on one another as they are on the drug, their relationship alternates between states of oblivion, self-destruction, and despair.

The film has been rated by 634 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Candy delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Candy (2006) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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