Penguin Bloom

When an unlikely ally enters the Bloom family's world in the form of an injured baby magpie they name Penguin, the bird’s arrival makes a profound difference in the struggling family’s life.

Cast

Naomi Watts

as Sam Bloom

Andrew Lincoln

as Cameron Bloom

Griffin Murray-Johnston

as Noah Bloom

Felix Cameron

as Rueben Bloom

Abe Clifford-Barr

as Oli Bloom

Jacki Weaver

as Jan

Rachel House

as Gaye Hatfield

Gia Carides

as Megan

Leeanna Walsman

as Kylie

Lisa Hensley

as Bron

Reviews

Steve Parker

A lovely family movie with a straightforward, inspiring, uplifting story. Based on the true story of Sam Bloom who was paralysed from the chest down following a fall from the roof of a building when holidaying in Italy with her family. Naomi Watts, who plays Sam, brings her experience as an actor t...

SWITCH.

'Penguin Bloom' is a good tear-jerker based on a true story; it's another film along with 'The Dry' that proves Australia is capable of making strong movies showcasing great talent in front of and behind the camera. Grab some tissues and someone you can hug, and go see 'Penguin Bloom' in cinemas! -...

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