what a terrific movie . an aussie success . kerry armstrong deserve the high accolade a do all the kid do the dancing . mister jonathan may not get the top prize but he get point for show the audience that dance be not always a love story but can be use to convey the darker side of world issue . passion be messy and cringe sometimes but the director and writer handle the edge between drive and madness with soft eye . sydney film location include a historic building in parramatta and justine home in northwest of sydney . unexpected bonus represent imagine my delight when i recognize justine home a one design by friend indigo and ochre and architect base in sydney . the slightly over the top house match justine character perfectly .