Toads' Museum of Freaks and Wonders

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Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback, Gin grapples with the emotional aftermath of her failed music career and an unfulfilling marriage to the eccentric Mr. Toad. Isolated on a subsistence farm, she navigates her roles as a mother and musician while facing the challenges of her new life. The arrival of Italian POWs, particularly Antonio, introduces a complex bond that offers solace amid their shared grief and longing. As Gin and Antonio's connection deepens, they must confront the potential consequences of their escape from reality.