Look Both Ways: Lisa checks out this latest film made in the Adelaide City region of South Australia

Not long after we learn to walk we're told to look both ways because you never know - anything might happen. And, that's exactly what the film, Look Both Ways, which was filmed in and around Adelaide is all about.

On the way home from her dad's funeral, graphic artist Meryl, played by Justine Clarke, stumbles across an accident in which a pedestrian has been hit by a train.

It's a moment in life and death which brings several people together including Andy the journalist, played by Anthony Hayes, and photographer and mate Nick, played by William McInnes.

Over the next 100 minutes in the film their lives unfold and in Nick's case unravel as he comes to grips with the revelation that he has cancer.

Nick and Meryl's relationship develops, albeit slowly as each shies away from commitment.

Adelaide actress Lisa Flanagan plays the part of Anna, a nurse whose pregnancy becomes another unwanted complication for her partner Andy. Lisa is a Port Adelaide local and she's proud of the way in which her city features in Look Both Ways, the first feature length movie made by Sarah Watt.

"I asked her what the reason for her coming to Adelaide (and) Port Adelaide," said Lisa. "She said it reminded her of Collingwood in Melbourne where she grew up and it reminded her of her childhood."

"The Port is amazing. Adelaide is amazing to film in but Port Adelaide has some really great places."

William McInnes certainly has a powerful presence in the film but it's the behind the scenes work of his wife Sarah Watt, which gives Look Both Ways it's real edge. She wrote and directed the film and supplied the animation, which rather than intrude on the drama adds something to the inner angst and turmoil of many of the characters.

As the name suggests Look Both Ways deals with the anxieties of modern life often fed by the ever-present media. But according to Lisa Flanagan, the film's message is clear - try to focus on the positives like friends.

"It's the whole thing of staying with your friends - being there for them and to be positive for them…," she said.

Look Both Ways is on at the Palace Nova East End Cinemas in Rundle Street. Check your guides for details.

"Look Both Ways"
"M" Classification
Palace Nova East End Cinemas, Adelaide