(Mother): Plays a beleaguered mother struggling to control her disturbed son.
The infamous shooting is kept offscreen, with the film focusing instead on the chilling, deliberate manner in which the character secures weapons. Key Cast & Characters Nitram
Rather than focusing on the act of violence itself, the film examines the failures of family, community, and mental health care, as well as the ease of access to firearms. (Mother): Plays a beleaguered mother struggling to control
The film follows a deeply troubled and isolated young man living with his parents in suburban Australia during the mid-1990s. It documents his descent into rage and violence, particularly after the loss of a close friend, culminating in a tragic event. The film follows a deeply troubled and isolated
(Father): A soft-spoken father facing constant frustration and exhaustion. Key Takeaways & Reception
("Nitram"): His intense performance earned him the Best Actor award at the 2021 Cannes Film Festival.
(Helen): A reclusive heiress who develops a unique friendship with Nitram.
