THE new documentary The Sunnyboy follows the journey of enigmatic Kingscliff musician Jeremy Oxley, lead singer of the Sunnyboys as he emerges from a 30-year battle with schizophrenia.
The Sunnyboy is an inspiring story of hope, survival and the healing power of unconditional love.
A meditation on a condition often stigmatised and misunderstood, Kaye Harrison’s documentary buries below the surface of Oxley’s public “identity” to explore his own reality and battle to maintain “self”.
Secure in a loving relationship with his partner Mary, Oxley slowly emerges from his solitary torment to join the world we all share.
The film follows him as he tentatively unpicks his confused thoughts and feelings about the past, particularly with his brother and fellow band member Peter.
From his struggle with the physical effects of years spent self-medicating to his hopeful contemplation of a married future and a daring return to the stage, The Sunnyboy is the definitive documentary of Jeremy Oxley’s journey from the Sunnyboys and back.
Trailer: http://vimeo.com/67035145
Website: www.thesunnyboy.com.auFacebook: www.facebook.com/pages/The-Sunnyboy/211090612312192Who: The Sunnyboy
When: 16, 17 and 24 August
Where: Coolangatta, Birch Carroll and Coyle Cinema
6.30pm and 9pm screenings
Book tickets in advance by calling: 07 5536 9300 or online.
18 and 23 August – Lismore, Star Court
