: The film launched the international careers of Frances O'Connor and Radha Mitchell . O’Connor is particularly noted for bringing depth to the character of Mia, a film student navigating bureaucracy and a commitment-phobic relationship.
: The movie is packed with pop-culture references, from Woody Allen satires to a running joke about a thesis titled "Doris Day as Feminist Warrior". Community Perspectives Love and Other Catastrophes
“A low-budget gem... the cast do a very good job with the offbeat script. Set in a Melbourne University, Connor takes center stage in a tale of unrequited love and missed glances.” IMDb : The film launched the international careers of
: It is often lauded for its relaxed and "naturalistic" depiction of a lesbian relationship at its center, treating it as a normal part of life without making it an explicit "issue". Community Perspectives “A low-budget gem
“I just wish you'd tell me when you're planning to be more independent. Love and Other Catastrophes is a sharply funny, heartening little film that sincerely captures the spirit of Melbourne's university life.” Letterboxd Key Highlights Love and Other Catastrophes - Vinegar Syndrome