Federal Agent Aaron Falk is played by actor Eric Bana and the movie is based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Jane Harper. The film is directed by Robert Connolly and also stars Genevieve O'Reilly and Keir O'Donnell.
The Dry is set in rural Australia and follows Aaron as he returns to his hometown for the funeral of his childhood friend, Luke. Luke has apparently killed his wife and son before taking his own life, and the locals are keen to move on from the tragic event. However, Aaron's return also triggers memories of a teenage girl's murder years earlier - a crime that was never solved.
As Aaron delves into the mystery of the unsolved murder, he begins to suspect that there may be a connection between it and Luke's supposed suicide. He also has to confront his own troubled past in the town, including accusations against him related to the death of the teenage girl.
The Dry combines elements of a murder mystery with a character study of a man forced to confront his past and the secrets of his hometown. The film has been praised for its atmospheric setting and gripping plot, as well as for its strong performances from the cast. It has been described as "a taut, smartly plotted thriller that packs an emotional punch."