AROUND THE BLOCK is a contemporary story of love, revenge, and triumph. When a young indigenous boy becomes torn between his unexpected love for acting and the disintegration of his family he has to confront his past, challenge the present and finally determine his own destiny.

Starring Christina Ricci, Jack Thompson and introducing Hunter Page as the teenager at risk AROUND THE BLOCK is set in and around Redfern.

Directed by first-time feature film director Sarah Spillane, Around the Block features an outstanding Australian supporting cast including Damien Walshe-Howling (Underbelly, Mystery Road), Daniel Henshall (Not Suitable for Children, Snowtown), Matt Nable (Underbelly, Bikie Wars), media celebrity, Ruby Rose as well as a breakout performance from newcomer Hunter Page-Lochard

AROUND THE BLOCK premiered at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival with critics calling it ‘Aussie’s film triumph’ ‘magical’ and "a powerful drama’ and everyone commenting on the strength of the music featured in the film.