Character Portrayal At Its Best!
In 2008, he earned an AFI for his brilliant portrayal of an autistic teenager in Australia’s Black Balloon. A character so believable, so utterly convincing, people are still shocked to learn that our very own Luke Ford is not actually autistic; that the character he plays so well in the film is the result of what was months and months of intense research, work and preparation.
Out in cinemas now are two of Luke’s most recent films Red Dog and Face To Face. While Red Dog has broken Australian Box Office records, Face To Face an independent feature by playwright David Williamson, has everyone talking about Luke’s stand out performance. With only 12 days to prepare for his role in Face To Face, Luke managed to bring to life yet another character, engaging viewers with his incredible portrayal of a troubled young construction worker. "Luke Ford, destined to be the next major local talent whisked over to LA on a one-way ticket, was cast after Rymer watched his unforgettable performance as a heavily autistic youth in The Black Balloon. His superb performance is the human highlight of Face to Face, absolutely convincing as a slow-witted kid with a bad temper, a rough upbringing and a decent heart". See full article at: www.crikey.com.au/cinetology/
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Reviews
"Luke Ford is affecting as Wayne, one of those good kids who "isn't the sharpest tool in the shed", but whose quick temper is a result of relentless trauma and confusion. Building on his recent strong performance in "Animal Kingdom", Ford's a face to watch".
Matthew Bates - ABC
"Ford and Colosimo are the standouts, but the whole ensemble, which includes Sigrid Thornton and Matthew Newton, are also great".
cinemaautopsy.com
"You expect solid performances from Vince Colosimo and Sigrid Thornton, but really impressive were Matthew Newton, Robert Rabiah and especially Luke Ford".
At The Movies
"It’s also another strong outing for Luke Ford with a difficult and demanding role".
ScreenWize
"Ford is haunting as troubled youngster Wayne".
SMH
"Ford's raw performance as the vulnerable, trusting Wayne is perfectly pitched".
urbancinefile.com.au
The Sun Heralds Andrew Taylor talks to Sigrid Thornton and Luke Ford from the new Australian movie Face to Face. Click here to watch interview.
"Luke Ford excels at preventing the simple Wayne from becoming cloying".
Film Ink - Erin Free
Luke Ford is brilliant in Face To Face
