AroVision is proud to partner with the film-makers as the exclusive streaming platform for this fabulous rock ‘n’ roll coming-of-age film proudly made in Aotearoa.

Set in a vividly re-created Christchurch of 1979, and crafted with loving detail through the auto-biographical lens of writer-director Jonathan Ogilvie, the film is hilariously sardonic and endearingly shambolic in both the spirit of the times and the music of its post-punk subculture.

Perhaps best of all is the charismatic ensemble cast – headed by the priceless wide-eyed wonder of Ed Oxenbould as Angus, and Márton Csókás, as his dad, in a role of heart-breaking complexity. Then there’s the effortless swagger of Roxie Mohebbi, and homegrown pop-star Benee (Stella Bennett), who proves a complete natural in her acting debut.

Head South is simply a must-see for music heads of all ages (16 and over!), and for fans of time-honoured coming-of-age films that are romantic, funny and poignant.

“A sweet-and-sour tale of post-punk yearning, family dysfunction, teenage angst and quiet suburban desperation, Head South is pure coming-of-age gold.” ~Erin Free, FilmInk

“The unforced references to music and movies combine with convincing performances and deft stylistic touches to bring the era of suburban grunge to life.” ~Jim Schembri.com

Further listening:

Interview: Director Jonathan Ogilvie talks to RNZ’s Mark Amery about the making of Head South.

Cinema Without Pictures: Head South - A music special on the AroVision radio hour.

Buy the soundtrack on vinyl from Flying Nun Records here.