Standing Up for Sunny is a heartwarming Australian comedy-drama that tells the story of Travis, a man with cerebral palsy who is living an isolated life in a small apartment in Sydney. Travis spends most of his time watching TV and dreaming of being a stand-up comedian.
One day, Travis is convinced by his pushy sister to go out and meet new people, which leads him to meet Sunny, a shy and unassertive comic who is struggling to find her feet in the brutal world of comedy. Despite their vastly different personalities, Travis and Sunny quickly bond over their shared passion for comedy.
As Sunny begins to teach Travis the art of comedy, he slowly gains confidence and starts to break out of his shell, realizing that he has a talent and a voice that should be heard. With Sunny by his side, Travis finds the strength to pursue his dreams and become a stand-up comedian.
However, their budding friendship is put to the test when Travis finds out that Sunny is in an abusive relationship. As he tries to help her, Travis must confront his own fears and limitations, while at the same time battling the prejudices of the mainstream comedy world.
Featuring outstanding performances from its lead actors, Standing Up for Sunny is a poignant and uplifting movie that reminds us of the power of friendship and the importance of never giving up on our dreams.
