Acclaimed Australian actress Heather Mitchell (Love Me) stars alongside Ella Scott Lynch (Love Child), Max McKenna (While The Men Are Away), Neil Melville (Brilliant Lies) and Nicholas Denton (Dangerous Liaisons) in the multi-generational comedy, Stan Original Film Jones Family Christmas, told through the lens of an Australian family whose holiday gathering is cut short by bushfires. 

The movie follows eccentric grandmother Heather Jones (Heather Mitchell) has finally managed to get her family under her roof for Christmas. But all is not merry and bright in this rural home. From heartbreak and depression, to meddling mothers and forced frivolity – every member of Heather’s extended clan is fighting an internal battle. And outside things aren’t much better. Before Heather has a chance to interrogate her kids, the family receives a fire evacuation order. Suddenly, the Joneses are on the run. As the mercury rises and danger closes in, Heather and her family must band together as they rediscover what matters most – each other.

In this episode, host and head of entertainment at Mediaweek and Chattr, Anita Anabel spoke to stars Heather and Max about their new film, the complex themes that are portrayed in movie and just how relatable it truly is.

**This episode discusses themes including suicide and may be triggering for some listeners.**

Acclaimed Australian actress Heather Mitchell (Love Me) stars alongside Ella Scott Lynch (Love Child), Max McKenna (While The Men Are Away), Neil Melville (Brilliant Lies) and Nicholas Denton (Dangerous Liaisons) in the multi-generational comedy, Stan Original Film Jones Family Christmas, told through the lens of an Australian family whose holiday gathering is cut short by bushfires.  The movie follows eccentric grandmother Heather Jones (Heather Mitchell) has finally managed to get her family under her roof for Christmas. But all is not merry and bright in this rural home. From heartbreak and depression, to meddling mothers and forced frivolity – every member of Heather’s extended clan is fighting an internal battle. And outside things aren’t much better. Before Heather has a chance to interrogate her kids, the family receives a fire evacuation order. Suddenly, the Joneses are on the run. As the mercury rises and danger closes in, Heather and her family must band together as they rediscover what matters most – each other. In this episode, host and head of entertainment at Mediaweek and Chattr, Anita Anabel spoke to stars Heather and Max about their new film, the complex themes that are portrayed in movie and just how relatable it truly is. **This episode discusses themes including suicide and may be triggering for some listeners.**

Celebrities from all facets of the entertainment industry dial in to chat with Chattr.com.au and Mediaweek's Head of Entertainment, Anita Anabel. From TV to streaming and everything in between, guests talk about their latest projects and give a glimpse into their lives beyond their careers.

Celebrities from all facets of the entertainment industry dial in to chat with Chattr.com.au and Mediaweek's Head of Entertainment, Anita Anabel. From TV to streaming and everything in between, guests talk about their latest projects and give a glimpse into their lives beyond their careers.

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