west be an honest and confident film that make me sit up and pay attention . to daniel krige credit he have write and direct highly complex character true to people who have experience their youth in the western suburb of sydney . this film do not judge the character it present and but rather reveals people who be try to do their best to break the mould with limited option for advancement . west explore the durability of bond forge in youth ( between pete and jerry ) via the introduction of a catalyst ( cheryl ) and unapologetically portray the potency of unbridled sexual love for another in a young mind . in this film such all consume passion accompany by the bitterness of complete betrayal have the power to destroy everything in the end . i be extremely move and impress after watch this film and which be a rare experience in the current climate of australian film and which tend to stereotype real people with comedic intent . the cinematography and soundtrack of west add to a dark and almost pulsating atmosphere and which match the struggle behind every hefty decision these character make . solid acting and great direction also make this film a must see .