Some Happy Day

Some Happy Day provides a realistic portrayal of urban homelessness set in the Australian inner city suburb of St Kilda.

Against a backdrop of some of Australia's most popular tourist sites, the story of a homeless woman, Tina, is set against those around her. Some are seeking the best for her while others may not.

This is such an important story as it lays bare the reality of many homeless people who still have capacity, hopes and dreams - but for a variety of reasons can never break the cycle.

Some Happy Day succeeds in its realism through the perspective of the case worker, Frances, who must walk an incredibly sensitive tightrope.

A great movie that hopefully will make a real difference.

This is a story of resilience and connection, and of how society fails so many women and children. Why are there women sleeping rough on our streets when we live in an affluent city, in an affluent country?

Beautifully shot on the streets of St Kilda and in country Daylesford this movie gives us a glimpse into the life of a woman who has never had secure housing. A product of childhood trauma and abuse, she has no concept of the comforts that many of us take for granted.

While highlighting the violence and prejudice experienced while living on the streets, the movie also displays the supportive connections that can be made and possible pathways to a safer and more secure future. Secure housing for all is the most economical decision governments can make.

A brilliant debut film for writer and director, Catherine Hill. She elicits strong performances from her cast and treats the subject with empathy and respect. Cameron Zayec's cinematography is a delight, making this a beautiful film to watch. Highly recommended.

This was so powerful. I can't stop thinking about this film. It's opened my eyes and left me feeling so much more empathy and heartbreak for people that don't have a home. If you don't know what it's like first hand, it's given me an incredible insight into the lives of people who are sleeping rough. Set in Melbourne and Daylesford, it really hits hard. It's a very emotional film that has been beautifully made. I highly recommend that everyone should watch this and share it as much as you can so that more people start the conversation about what we can all do to help make some changes to this situation we have right here in Australia.

Such a moving story told simply and beautifully. Cinematography is beautiful, acting is flawless and will leave you feeling all sorts of emotions for days.

Could not love this more.

A really compelling and watchable drama about such an important and topical subject in Australia (let alone globally). Some Happy Day has some incredible performances, is wonderfully shot and is underpinned by a great soundtrack. Its great to see Australian talent manifest in such an important body of work. Film making in Australia continues to come of age - thoroughly recommended!