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South Solitary to open in July

South SolitaryThe Shirley Barrett period drama South Solitary will be released by Icon Film on July 29.

According to an Icon spokesperson, the film is likely to open with 25-30 prints.

The release follows the world premiere of the film at the opening night gala of the Sydney Film Festival on June 2.

It tells the story of Meredith (Miranda Otto), a 35-year-old unmarried woman arrives at a remote lighthouse island in 1928 with her uncle (Barry Otto) and new head keeper. Bad weather and misadventure leave her marooned, with her only companion being the sullen and withdrawn assistant keeper Fleet (Marton Csokas). A tender, faltering courtship between the pair ensues.

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