How to Make Gravy (film)

How to Make Gravy is an Australian Christmas-themed drama film released in 2024. It is inspired by the popular Australian Christmas song of the same name, "How to Make Gravy", by singer-songwriter Paul Kelly. The film tells a fictional story expanding upon the themes and characters alluded to in the song.

The film centers on the character of Joe, who, like the protagonist in the song, is incarcerated and unable to spend Christmas with his family. The plot follows the circumstances leading up to his imprisonment and explores the impact his absence has on his loved ones, particularly his brother Dan and his family. The film uses the narrative structure present in the song's lyrics as a framework, weaving in elements mentioned in the song such as Rita, Angus, and Uncle Brian.

The film was directed by April Films. It stars Hugo Weaving, Daniel Henshall, and Brenton Thwaites. The soundtrack includes various interpretations of "How to Make Gravy" as well as other Christmas-themed songs. The film received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its emotional depth, strong performances, and its ability to capture the spirit of the iconic Australian song and Christmas traditions.