
Samson and Delilah
True love.
Directed by Warwick Thornton
Produced by CAAMA Productions, Scarlett Pictures
A tender yet harrowing portrait of two Aboriginal teenagers navigating homelessness, addiction, and survival in the Australian outback, anchored by their fragile romantic bond.
Samson, a cheeky 15-year-old boy, and Delilah, live in an isolated Aboriginal community in the Central Australian desert. The two teenagers soon discover that life outside the community can be cruel. Lost, unwanted and alone they discover that life isn’t always fair, but love never judges.
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Questions people ask
Is Samson and Delilah sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Samson and Delilah end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 61% of films.
Is Samson and Delilah violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Samson and Delilah easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Samson and Delilah scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Samson and Delilah
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Samson and Delilah
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Samson and Delilah, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Samson and Delilah, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Samson and Delilah, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































