"An Australian rendition of Requiem for a Dream in which pretty people live in filth, steal from their relatives, and turn tricks in order to satiate their narcotics cravings." - Nick Schager

This feels like a very pale Requiem for a Dream wannabe - it's even divided to parts in a similar way (earth, hell... instead of spring, summer... - very original!).

The movie is tragic. It really is. Heath Ledger and Abbie Cornish's amazing acting forms a mouth to the words of Neil Armfield and Luke Davies. Because the script written so well, these talented actors has given a chance to show their talent, which they successfully accomplish.

I love this movie because it's so dramatic and so real. Acting is also another greatness about it.

Candy is a good film that is severely lacking in originality. Even so, if you haven't already exhausted your quota of anti-drug films, or if you're a fan of either Heath Ledger or Abbie Cornish, I think it's worth a watch. It's not a fun time, though, so if you're looking for a film to cheer you up after a tough day, you'll definitely want to pick something else.

Everything was so fake in this one, even the love between them

63.500

*

A very good film founded on two stellar performances. Like in most drug-centred films, I found the comedown a bit depressing and drawn out, however the "heaven" and "earth" sections were mesmerising and delightful. Great cinematography and judicious use of music. Abbie Cornish's beauty goes a long way towards making every frame breathtaking. I think this film has a lot in common with "Blue Valentine". More than just another junkie portrait.

Heaven -> earth -> hell -> kitsch.

Abbie Cornish gives an awesome performance and Heath is really good too. This movie is hard to watch at times - that miscarriage thing was so disgusting. Overall, pretty good but their are better drug addiction movies.

Australian variant on the woes of addiction offers little beyond some fine lead performances.