Somersault

Heidi, a sexually compulsive young woman, heads to a ski resort town after being caught hitting on her mother's boyfriend. Heidi searches for a man to take care of her for a night, and eventually winds up in a motel with Joe. After befriending the motel's owner, Heidi has a place to stay and soon finds work at a local gas station. By opening herself up, Heidi begins to understand the difference between sex and love, and may even have a shot at happiness.

GENRE: Drama
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Apr 21, 2006

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How long is Somersault?: Somersault is 1 hr 45 min long.

Who directed Somersault?: Cate Shortland

Who is Heidi in Somersault?: Abbie Cornish plays Heidi in the film.

What is Somersault about?: Heidi, a sexually compulsive young woman, heads to a ski resort town after being caught hitting on her mother's boyfriend. Heidi searches for a man to take care of her for a night, and eventually winds up in a motel with Joe. After befriending the motel's owner, Heidi has a place to stay and soon finds work at a local gas station. By opening herself up, Heidi begins to understand the difference between sex and love, and may even have a shot at happiness.