Standing Up for Sunny

2019 | 99 minutes | 5.8 ★ (14)

Standing Up for Sunny
  • Overview

    An isolated guy with cerebral palsy is railroaded into helping an unassertive comedienne, and finds love and acceptance through stand-up comedy.

  • Release Date

    12 June 2019

  • DirectingSteven Vidler
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

  • Stars

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23 June 2021

Despite its many flaws, ‘Standing Up For Sunny’ is very sweet and adorable and pushes some great messages about love and self-acceptance. Let's call this one a diamond in the rough. - Jess Fenton Read Jess' full article... https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/article/review-standing-up-for-sunny-a-comedy-without-the-comedy-but-very-sweet Head to https://www.maketheswitch.com.au/sff for more Sydney Film Festival reviews.

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