Celeste

"Featuring a vivid central setting located in Tropical North Queensland, this drama about a former opera star is part steamy murder mystery and part Greek tragedy. It's also a frustrating viewing experience."

"The lush Queensland rainforest is the star of this episodic Australian melodrama whose mood lingers but our interest wanes, amid secrets, longing and regrets."

"Celeste lacks vitality; it lacks energy. There are times when one wants to grab the film and shake it to life."

"The lush tropical greenery of Australia's north-eastern reaches makes a resplendent backdrop in Celeste, but it's Radha Mitchell who blooms in this admirable, affecting and operatic drama."

"As an old-fashioned star vehicle for Mitchell, Celeste passes muster, with few of her (human) co-stars making much impact in her slender but imposing shadow..."

"...a strange cinematic experience, but its rewards (including superb supporting performances from the always excellent Nadine Garner and dazzling talent-on-the-rise, Odessa Young) are well worth searching for."