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VARIOUS REGIONS. From prestige heritage dramas through to bawdy drive-in flicks, the story of Australian cinema of the early 70s through to the early 90s is particularly varied and fertile. Selected here are twelve of the most outstanding films from this era. Included are not only acclaimed and award-winning titles such as Picnic at Hanging Rock, The Devils Playground and The Getting of Wisdom, but also such disreputable delights such as The Adventures of Barry McKenzie and FJ Holden. Many of Australias most admired directors are represented on this set, including Peter Weir, Fred Schepisi, Bruce Beresford (Barry McKenzie, Puberty Blues,The Getting of Wisdom), Nadia Tass (Malcolm, The Big Steal) as well as such icons of the Australian film industry as screenwriter David Williamson (Travelling North, Dons Party) and actors Colin Friels (Malcolm, Monkey Grip) and Jack Thompson (Mad Dog Morgan) as well as many others who have contributed to one of the worlds most vital screen cultures.
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Released: Fri 30 Oct 2009
Catalogue Number: DAVID1791
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