The Butterfly Tree is a 2017 Australian drama film directed by Priscilla Cameron. It had its premiere at the 2017 Melbourne International Film Festival, and was screened in the Discovery section at the 2017 Toronto International Film Festival.
Plot Evelyn is an ex-burlesque queen who puts a curse on single dad Al and his son Fin with her zest for life. When both Al and Fin learn they are competing for Evelyn's love, their competition brings back memories over the death of Fin's mother.
Cast Melissa George as Evelyn Ewen Leslie as Al Ed Oxenbould as Fin Sophie Lowe as Shelley
Reception The Butterfly Tree received mixed reviews from critics and audiences, earning a 46% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 13 reviews with an average score of 5.71/10.
Accolades Award Category Subject ResultAACTA Awards(7th)Best Original ScreenplayPriscilla CameronBest ActorEwen LeslieBest Original Music ScoreCaitlin YeoFCCA AwardBest Supporting ActorEd Oxenbould
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