Synopsis
Sando is an Australian comedy series about Victoria “Sando” Sandringham, the CEO of a furniture-store empire. After a lifetime of inappropriate actions, Sando is ousted from her company and excommunicated from her family. Ten years later, she is desperate to win them back and rebuild her life. But will her selfishness be a deal breaker?
Cast and Director
- Sacha Horler as Victoria “Sando” Sandringham
- Justine Clarke as Susie Sandringham
- Shane Jacobson as Don Sandringham
- Matt Passmore as Vic Junior Sandringham
- Kate Mulvany as Nicky
- John Waters as Tony
- Julia Blake as Betty
- Robert Rabiah as Kevin
Director: Peter Duncan
Premiere Date: May 21, 2018
Story Plot
The series opens with Sando ruining her daughter Susie’s wedding by confessing to sleeping with the groom. Ten years later, Sando is living in a caravan and working as a cleaner. She is still estranged from her family, but she is determined to win them back. She crashes Susie’s granddaughter’s birthday party and starts to slowly rebuild her relationships. However, her past mistakes continue to haunt her, and she has a hard time letting go of her old ways.
Critical Response
Sando has received positive reviews from critics. The Sydney Morning Herald called it a “madcap Australian comedy” with “echoes…of Arrested Development.” The Guardian said it was “a riotous laugh-fest” with “outlandish characters.”
Life Lessons
Sando is a comedy, but it also has some life lessons to offer. Here are a few:
- It’s never too late to change.
- Family is important.
- Forgiveness is key.
- You can’t outrun your past.
- It’s important to be honest, even if it’s hard.
Conclusion
Sando is a funny, heartwarming, and thought-provoking series about redemption, family, and the importance of never giving up on yourself.