Robert Menzies

Oscar and Lucinda -- The love story of two misfits, an heiress and a would-be architect, set in 19th century Australia.

Opal Dream is the heartwarming family film that Jack Mathews of the New York Daily News declares "will lift you up!" After Kellyanne Williamson's two imaginary friends go "missing," she is suddenly struck by a mysterious illness. Her big brother has never seen these magical playmates, but he knows something must be done to reach his sister. Despite all his doubts, he rallies friends and family for an inspirational journey to find the missing friends. Together, they discover what Kellyanne has always known…that you don't always need to see to believe.

OPAL DREAM is the heartwarming family film that Jack Mathews of the New York Daily News declares "will lift you up!" After Kellyanne Williamson's two imaginary friends go "missing," she is suddenly struck by a mysterious illness. Her big brother has never seen these magical playmates, but he knows something must be done to reach his sister. Despite all his doubts, he rallies friends and family for an inspirational journey to find the missing friends. Together, they discover what Kellyanne has always known...that you don't always need to see to believe.

Australian director Gillian Armstrong directed this Laura Jones adaptation of Peter Carey's 1988 Booker Prize-winning novel. In a lengthy flashback, Oscar Hopkins's great grandson narrates the family history that led to his birth. Oscar (Ralph Fiennes) is a priest who gambles discreetly and donates his winnings to help the poor. Lucinda (Cate Blanchett) is an Australian businesswoman who boldly defies society's rules. When they meet over an innocent game of cards, their lives are changed forever.