Jane Larkin, Mei Ichinose and Lily Riley in The Edge.
Following a successful world premiere at the Gold Coast Film Festival last month, Jane Larkin’s bold and emotionally charged new film, The Edge, will soon be available on Netflix in Australia and New Zealand.
The Edge explores the raw truths behind Australian competitive sport through the lens of three young women. It is written, directed, and produced by Larkin, who also stars in the film.
“I’m incredibly excited for everyone to see the film on Netflix, as it’s one of the leading streaming services in Australia, and, at its heart, The Edge is a very Australian story,” Larkin says.
“It’s so thrilling to have the reach that Netflix can provide.”
Co-starring powerlifter Lily Riley and Japanese Paralympic swimmer Mei Ichinose, The Edge follows three female athletes as they navigate the pressure, politics, and personal journeys that come with elite competition. From love and identity to morality and mental health, the film tackles the issues too often hidden behind the medals.
The Edge also features a dynamic mix of actors, Olympians, and Paralympians, including Olympic gold medallists Sally Pearson and Leisel Jones, Tokyo Olympian Riley Day, and Paralympian Braeden Jason.
Lily Riley, Mei Ichinose, and Jane Larkin in The Edge.
Larkin, a former member of the Australian sprinting team, brings an unparalleled authenticity to the film—one that comes only from living the lifestyle and facing the struggles of being a female athlete.
“I grew up idolising male sports heroes on screen but never saw authentic female sprinters or the real stories of minorities in elite sport,” says Larkin.
“I trained among First Nations athletes, Paralympians, and LGBTQIA+ teammates. I started writing The Edge at fifteen because I wanted to see those stories told.”
The script evolved over time, shaped by personal experience, loss, and an urgent need to expose the unseen struggles behind the sporting spotlight.
“Tragically, two teammates I toured overseas with later took their own lives. That heartbreak, and my own challenges with mental health, body image, and identity, demanded a place in this story,” Larkin reveals.
“Like many female athletes, I also experienced misconduct by those in positions of power,” she adds.
“I needed to find a way to give voice to these truths—not just for me, but for the women I trained with.”
The Edge is more than a sports movie; it’s a voice for every woman who’s had to fight twice as hard to be heard.
The Edge will be available to stream from Friday, June 20, 2025.
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