Articles related to "Australian Film"



AFTRS Short - <i>The White Tree</i> (1998)
Review of the AFTRS short film, The White Tree, by Paolo Bassi.
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Auatralian Directors Overseas

Australian filming location facts
Famous films have been shot or set in Martin Place (Sydney), Kakadu (Northern Territory), The Whitsundays (Queensland), Broken Hill (NSW) and Bell's Beach (Victoria).
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Australian Surfer & Filmmaker Sunny Abberton
Part 2: Director Sunny Abberton talks about his passion for storytelling, the Australian surfing community and what he hopes the audience will get from his film BRA BOYS.
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Bra Boys Film Review
This hard hitting, debut documentary from Australian director Sunny Abberton is a conflict ridden 'bloody, blokey, lovestory.'
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Bra Boys Interview
Director Sunny Abberton talks about his passion for storytelling, the Australian surfing community and what he hopes the audience will get from his film BRA BOYS.
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History of Australia Film - Take 1
Intoductory history of the Australian Film Industry, from 1890-1960.
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History of Australian Film - Take 2
A brief outline of Australian film history from 1960 to present.
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Interview with Bra Boys Director Sunny Abberton
Part 3: Director Sunny Abberton talks about his passion for storytelling, the Australian surfing community and what he hopes the audience will get from his film BRA BOYS.
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Picnic At Hanging Rock (1975)
Based on the popular novel by Joan Lindsey and adapted for the screen by Cliff Green, Peter Weir's Picnic At Hanging Rock remains one of the great mysteries.
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Social Realism in Australian Film
Social Realism is a cinematic style used by many Australian filmmakers to confront and criticise various aspects of society and human nature.
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Two Hands
A review of the Australian Film "Two Hands" which featured at the Sydney Film Festival earlier this year from director Gregor Jordan.
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The 1997 AFI Awards are all Bennett's

The New Breed - Australia's Post New Wave revival

<i>Ghosts...Of the Civil Dead</i>
Review of the deeply confronting and poetic Australian film Ghosts...Of the Civil Dead.
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Diana Deified
Analysis of Diana and Me, a tragically prophetic Australian film.
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In Focus: Director Stephen Hopkins
Profile of Stephen Hopkins - one of Australia's most under-rated directors.
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Lantana Film Review
When a detective begins to investigate the disappearance of a woman, it brings together four couples, who's lives suddenly intertwine.
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Movie Review: The Black Balloon
Thomas Mollison just wants a normal teenage life. Having an older brother who is severely autistic makes this seem like an impossible dream.
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Rogue Movie Review
Greg McLean returns with another outback set horror film which features solid performances by Michael Vartan and Radha Mitchell and more than a few genuine scares
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Tropfest Film Festival - An Iconic Sydney Event
When film director John Polson put together the inaugural Tropfest in 1993 he had no idea it would eventually become the largest short film festival in the world.
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Film Review – Not Quite Hollywood (2008)
An engaging feature length documentary debut by Mark Hartley chronicling the rise of exploitation films that are a million miles away from Baz Luhrmann's Australia.
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<i>Angel Baby</i> - Rymer's Underrated Debut
A critical analysis of one of Australia's best, and most underrated films, Mychael Rymer's Angel Baby.
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<i>Dark City</i> - An Australian Perspective
A look at Alex Proyas' Dark City, taken from a distinctly Australian perspective.
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Bio of Sam Worthington in Terminator Salvation
When Terminator Salvation hits theaters on May 21, audiences will see Christian Bale as John Connors, but they'll also see Sam Worthington as the robot Marcus Wright.
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Film Review: Newsfront (1978)

Fox' Sydney Studios celebrate grand opening
Fox opens a new film production studio complex in Sydney, aimed at fostering the local film industry.
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In Focus: Bruce Beresford
In-depth profile of the acclaimed Australian film director, Bruce Bersford.
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Not Quite Hollywood spotlights Ozploitation
Nudity, car crashes and gallons of blood were the norm in the golden age of "Ozploitation" cinema when Aussie filmmakers crossed lines beyond Hollywood's wildest dreams.
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Outsiders: The 1970s Cinema of Nicolas Roeg
Throughout the 1970s, English director Nicolas Roeg produced a series of films that remain some of the most vivid portrayals of the everyday outsider.
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Steven Spielberg's Jaws
'Jaws' is considered one of the greatest cinematic masterpieces of all time. This is largely due to the time and concentration spent on the nature of its characters.
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Suspense + Surprise = <i>Dead Calm</i>
Phil Noyce's Dead Calm is a masterful display of suspense and surprise.
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The Great White Guilt - <i>Jimmie Blacksmith</i>'s Cry for Freedom
Examination of the portrayal of indigenous Australians on film, using <i>The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith</i> as a case study.
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In Focus: Dr. George Miller
A profile of Dr. George Miller, undoubtedly one of Australia's finest directors, and a master innovator of cinema.
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In Focus: Hugo Weaving
Hugo Weaving profile.
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Charles Bud Tingwell: An Australian Icon
With the sad passing of an iconic figure of Australian film, television and radio comes this tribute to the early screen roles of Charles 'Bud' Tingwell.
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Film Review: <i>Sons of Matthew</i> (1949)

Remade or Ripped Off?
Some recent and upcoming Hollywood features bear a striking resemblance to previous films from abroad. At least in the case of Vanilla Sky, the original is credited; as for the others... Well, see for yourself.
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Anniversary of Heath Ledger's Death
Actor Heath Ledger had it all: fame, fortune, a loving family and successful career. When he died, jaws dropped worldwide and haven't shut since.
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Hey, Hey It's Esther Blueburger
Terrific acting by Danielle Catanzariti, Keisha Castle-Hughes and Toni Collette counters a shaky script in this quirky Australian underdog tale
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Profile: Russell Crowe

Pusan International Film Festival, South Korea
First held in 1996 the Pusan Film Festival, held annually in Busan, focuses on introducing new films and first-time directors. It is a great showcase for Asian films.
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Reasons for Lull in Critical Intensity

Surprising Results at Awards
Australia's 'Oscars', the AFI Awards, failed to live up to expectations this year, placing increased pressure on local independent production.
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The Black Balloon Movie Review
Rhys Wakefield plays a 15 year old boy, tired of living in the shadow of his dependent,autistic older brother, who is inadvertently restricting his individuality.
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<i>The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert</i>
Review of the Academy Award winning Australian film, Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
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A Tribute to Heath Ledger
Australian Heath Ledger passed away on January 22nd 2008. He will be sadly missed by family, friends and fans the world over.
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Abusing Drugs and Alcohol
Substance abuse does not only affect health and have legal implications; it also has effects on the spiritual aspect of the substance abuser's being.
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How Hughes has blinded us: <I>What I Have Written</i> (1996)
Critical analysis of the Australian masterwork, <i>What I Have Written</i> (1996)
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Independent Crime Films about Betrayal
These three films all explore some unique aspect of betrayal, either by a family member, a partner in crime, or a cold and uncaring corporation.
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