Strange Creatures

Strange Creatures (2024)



10.0 2024 87 min Australia

Director: Henry Boffin

Cast: Riley Nottingham, Johnny Carr, Lyn Pierse, Sophie Ross, Francesca Waters

Comedy Drama Family
After a bitter fallout over a sexuality-fueled clash, pansexual Nate hasn’t exchanged a single word with his straight brother Ged in over four years. But when their mother passes away, the estranged siblings are forced to bury the hatchet and honor her final request: a cross-country ash-scattering road trip across half of Australia. As they barrel through the outback, it becomes brutally clear that the journey is far from easy. Their simmering resentment and a cascade of disastrous mishaps constantly threaten to derail their mission—and maybe even destroy what little family bond they have left.

More About This Film

Strange Creatures is a 2024 Australian comedy-drama written and directed by Henry Boffin. The film follows estranged brothers Nate and Ged Taylor, who are brought back into each other's lives after their mother's death. They set out on a road trip across Australia to fulfill her final wish, carrying her ashes to the family home in Narrabri.

Starring Riley Nottingham and Johnny Carr as the brothers, with Lyn Pierse, Sophie Ross and Francesca Waters in supporting roles, the film combines family drama, dark humor and the unpredictable spirit of an Australian road movie. Rather than relying on conventional road-trip formulas, the story focuses on grief, resentment, reconciliation and the difficult process of confronting unresolved family history.

  • Strange Creatures was Henry Boffin's feature-film directorial debut.
  • The film was produced by Rachel Forbes and Riley Nottingham through Strange Creatures Pty Ltd and Humdrum Comedy.
  • Jonathan Haynes served as cinematographer, Ronnie Minder composed the music and Ahmad Halimi edited the film.
  • The film was showcased at Cannes Marche du Film in 2024 and subsequently screened at festivals including CinefestOZ, Queer Screen and the Hong Kong Lesbian & Gay Film Festival.
  • Strange Creatures received positive notices for its pacing and its decision to move beyond familiar road-movie conventions.

Where to Watch

Strange Creatures received an Australian theatrical release, while availability on digital and streaming services varies by territory. Check the platforms below for current listings.