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Big Gums

Big Gums

2020
15 min
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This is the story of spending a night in a big old gumtree. Strapped to three builders planks (one of which had a large crack that I thought…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Beau Miles
Starring
Beau Miles / Helen Barclay / May Miles

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

introspective reflective peaceful authentic natural personal quiet contemplative vulnerable appreciative grounded

Reviews

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Isabelle Rossi
Apr 3, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Beau Miles’ ‘Big Gums’ is a beautifully understated exploration of nature and self. The film centres on Miles’ decision to spend a night in a large gumtree, a journey that begins with backyard adventuring but evolves into a…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 3, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

'Big Gums' presents an intriguing concept: a night spent in a gumtree, explored through the lens of Beau Miles' personal reflections. The film, directed by Miles himself, is less about a conventional plot and more about an internal…

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 3, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

In 'Big Gums', Beau Miles delivers a film of remarkable intimacy and profound environmental sentiment. What begins as a somewhat rugged backyard escapade, involving questionable ladders and recovery gear, blossoms into a heartfelt ode to the Strzelecki gums…

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Arthur Finch
Apr 3, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

For those seeking an unconventional cinematic journey, 'Big Gums' offers a unique perspective. Beau Miles' direct involvement and directorial hand guide us through a singular night spent suspended in a large gumtree. The film eschews dramatic tension for…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 3, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Beau Miles' 'Big Gums' is a quiet triumph, a deeply personal meditation disguised as a backyard adventure. Miles, who also directs, takes us up into the canopy of a venerable Strzelecki gum, and what unfolds is far more…

FAQs

Beau Miles' filmmaking in 'Big Gums' stands out for its deeply personal and grounded approach. He transforms a seemingly simple personal adventure – sleeping in a tree – into a profound exploration of his connection to nature. The use of everyday climbing gear and the candid reflection on his thoughts and feelings, like sleeping with 'one eye open', lend an authentic and relatable quality to the film. This method prioritises genuine experience and introspection, offering a raw, unvarnished glimpse into his appreciation for the vulnerable Strzelecki gums, making it a uniquely intimate piece.