100 Essential Films of Australian Cinema

Don's Party

1976 • 90 min

On election night, 1969, Don Henderson gathers friends to celebrate a projected Labor Party win, upsetting his wife Kath. As the night unfolds, the group – Don, Kath, and nine guests – drink, share laughter, experience intimacy, and confront personal…

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Monkey Grip

1982 • 99 min

Nora is a single mother pursuing a life as an artist, sharing that dream with her friends – a vibrant group of Melbourne writers, actors, and musicians. However, her life becomes increasingly complicated when she becomes deeply involved with a…

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Little Fish

2005 • 114 min • Box office $3M

Drama, Crime

In Sydney's Little Saigon, a woman attempting to leave her history behind finds herself caught up in a drug transaction.

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Caddie

1976 • 100 min

Caddie Marsh, a woman known for her pride and elegance, finds herself compelled to work as a barmaid. She must also become the sole provider for her two children after her husband leaves her.

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Malcolm

1986 • 90 min • Budget $640K • Box office $2M

Action, Comedy, Crime

Malcolm, a quiet and skilled mechanic, is laid off because of his all-consuming project: building a unique tram. He connects with Frank, who has just been released from prison. They face unemployment and money problems together. Frank's street smarts unexpectedly…

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Sunday Too Far Away

1975 • 93 min

This powerful film is set in the tough, competitive world of Australian sheep shearing. Foley and 'Black Arthur' compete to be the best shearer, working alongside other men isolated from society. After weeks of labor, they face a crisis when…

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Eureka Stockade

1949 • 103 min

In 1854, Australian gold rush miners fight for their rights against a harsh government.

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Goodbye Paradise

1983 • 119 min

Set on Queensland's Gold Coast in the early 1980s, the story follows Michael Stacey, a former police officer who has fallen from grace. After writing a book exposing police corruption, his investigations lead to two murders. He then uncovers the…

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Dogs in Space

1986 • 103 min

Melbourne, Australia, 1978. The punk scene is exploding, and Dogs In Space are right in the middle of it. A group of misfits and rebels live together in a rundown suburb, finding solace in old sci-fi movies, drugs, and loud…

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The Adventures of Barry McKenzie

1972 • 114 min

Barry McKenzie travels to England with his Aunt Edna to broaden his horizons. Bazza, a naive Australian with a fondness for beer, beaches, and women, finds himself in the Australian community of Earls Court, where his friend Curly has a…

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My Brilliant Career

1979 • 100 min

Drama, Romance

This drama tells the story of a determined young woman who challenges her traditional family by pursuing her own path. Her desire for independence creates conflict as she resists expectations to marry and conform. The family grapples with these differing…

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Love Serenade

1996 • 101 min

In a small Australian town, two sisters become intensely competitive for the attention of their new neighbor – a radio personality who is aloof and preoccupied with himself.

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The Year of Living Dangerously

1982 • 114 min • Budget $6M • Box office $13M

Romance, Drama

In 1965 Indonesia, Australian journalist Guy Hamilton journeys into the center of civil unrest to report on the unfolding chaos. He finds connection with a local photographer who offers insight into Indonesian society, and together they investigate the complex political…

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The Castle

1997 • 85 min • Budget $800K • Box office $861K

Drama, Comedy

"The Castle" tells the story of a Melbourne family who fiercely defend their home near the airport. They are suddenly forced to leave when the airport expands, but they fight back. Determined to reclaim their house, the family takes on…

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Alvin Purple

1973 • 95 min

Alvin is an ordinary guy, except for his overwhelming attractiveness to women, who constantly pursue him. Desperate to escape their attention, he seeks psychiatric help, only to be unwittingly exploited by the psychiatrists, who use him as a therapeutic tool…

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Wake in Fright

1971 • 109 min • Budget $750K • Box office $371K

Drama, Thriller

A schoolteacher's quiet Christmas plans are derailed when he's drawn into a dangerous underground gambling ring in a remote mining town. Stranded in the isolated community, he's lured by the chance to earn money and return to Sydney. Over five…

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Puberty Blues

1981 • 87 min

Drama, Comedy

In sunny suburban Sydney, two passionate teenage girls share a love for surfing and dream of being the best in town. To expand their social circle, they befriend a group of young men with the same passion. Navigating teenage friendships…

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The Sundowners

1960 • 133 min

Drama, Adventure

In the Australian Outback, the Carmody family – Paddy, Ida, and their son Sean – journey across the hills seeking new grazing land for their sheep. The demanding landscape tests them physically and emotionally, causing Ida and Sean to question…

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The Cars That Ate Paris

1974 • 91 min • Budget $250K

Comedy, Horror, Science Fiction

Arthur Waldo, an unemployed drifter, arrives in the small Australian town of Paris seeking peace after his brother's death. The mayor warmly welcomes him, hoping he'll settle down. But Arthur soon discovers a dark secret beneath Paris's peaceful surface: the…

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Man of Flowers

1983 • 91 min

A quirky old man finds joy in life's simple pleasures: collecting art, arranging flowers, and watching women dress.

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Chopper

2000 • 94 min • Box office $236K

Crime, Drama, Thriller

This is the true story of Mark "Chopper" Read, one of Australia's most notorious criminals. It chronicles his years immersed in a life of crime, marked by a fascination with violence, drug use, and prostitution.

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Evil Angels

1988 • 120 min • Budget $15M • Box office $6M

Drama

During a camping trip to Ayers Rock in central Australia, Lindy Chamberlain tells authorities that her baby daughter, Azaria, was taken by a dingo in the night. The baby disappears, and a large investigation follows, eventually leading to murder charges…

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Lantana

2001 • 121 min • Box office $15M

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Following her daughter's murder, Valerie Somers becomes convinced her husband, John, is having an affair. When Valerie vanishes, Detective Leon Zat investigates her disappearance. The case reveals a complicated story of love, infidelity, and lies, involving four connected couples where…

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Bad Boy Bubby

1993 • 114 min • Budget $750K

Crime, Drama, Comedy

Bad Boy Bubby tells the story of a young man who has spent his entire life sheltered from the world by his overprotective mother, who convinced him the outside air is poisonous. When his estranged father unexpectedly visits, Bubby's carefully…

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Proof

1991 • 90 min • Box office $2M

Drama, Romance

Martin is a gifted photographer who is blind and sees the world differently. He's trying to manage his relationships when he finds connection with Andy, a restaurant worker. But their growing friendship creates problems for Celia, who has always loved…

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Black Robe

1991 • 101 min • Budget $11M • Box office $8M

Adventure, Drama, History

Father LaForgue travels to the New World with a strong desire to convert the Algonquin Indians to Catholicism. Initially welcomed by the native people, he lives among them while quietly trying to introduce his strict religious beliefs. The film examines…

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40,000 Horsemen

1940 • 100 min

Charles Chauvel's 1940 film celebrates the Australian Light Horse, recounting stories of camaraderie and bravery from their experiences during World War I. It’s an inspiring portrayal of the soldiers' spirit.

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Long Weekend

1979 • 95 min

Horror, Mystery, Thriller

A suburban couple goes on a relaxing weekend camping trip to a remote coastal site. Their peaceful getaway turns dangerous when the natural environment becomes hostile. They must fight to survive against the harsh elements, confronting their own weaknesses. The…

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Patrick

1978 • 112 min • Budget $400K

Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller

A psychological horror story about a patient in a coma whose mind is fully aware. Trapped in their unconscious body, they develop telekinetic powers, able to move objects and people with their mind. This power turns them into a dangerous…

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Angel Baby

1995 • 105 min

During therapy, two individuals with schizophrenia connect and develop a romantic relationship. However, their lives are marked by a sense of aimlessness and uncertainty about their future.

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The Sentimental Bloke

1919 • 106 min

Bill, a rough-and-tumble character from Woolloomooloo, decides to change his life after serving time for participating in an illegal gambling game. He falls for Doreen, a woman who works at a pickle factory, but her affections are threatened by a…

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The Back of Beyond

1954 • 65 min

This 1954 classic tells the story of a mailman working in the Australian outback. He makes his regular journey along the Birdsville Track.

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Roadgames

1981 • 101 min • Budget $1M • Box office $100K

Mystery, Thriller, Horror

On a lonely Australian highway, a tired truck driver is caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse with a mysterious serial killer who hunts from inside a van. The driver must fight to stop the killer's attacks on…

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Rabbit-Proof Fence

2002 • 94 min • Budget $6M • Box office $16M

Adventure, Drama, History

In 1931, three Aboriginal girls flee after being taken from their families to work as servants. They embark on a journey across the vast Australian Outback.

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The Last Wave

1977 • 106 min • Budget $825K • Box office $2M

Drama, Mystery, Fantasy

An Australian lawyer, David Burton, takes on a difficult case defending Aboriginal people accused of murder. He suspects the death was connected to a violation of tribal customs, but his clients insist they had nothing to do with it. As…

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Spotswood

1992 • 95 min

Comedy, Drama

Wallace, an efficiency expert, struggles to reconcile his work with his beliefs when hired to reduce staff at a major auto parts factory. His assignment takes an unexpected turn when he's asked to assess a small, traditional moccasin factory. As…

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Stone

1974 • 103 min

Action, Crime, Thriller

A group of outlaw bikers become targets after one of them witnesses an assassination linked to powerful people. As they fight to survive a series of killings, a lawman goes undercover to find the killer. The film explores loyalty and…

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The Big Steal

1990 • 99 min

Danny desires two things above all else: a Jaguar and Joanna Johnson. After being tricked into trading his Nissan Cedric for a 1973 Jaguar, he schemes to win Joanna's affection and exact revenge on the unscrupulous car dealer, Gordon Farkas.

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Return Home

1990 • 87 min

A man and his wife run a struggling service station together. Their lives are disrupted by the unexpected visit of his brother, a divorced man in his middle years who has left his demanding corporate job for a break.

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Travelling North

1987 • 96 min

Traveling North follows Frank, a spirited elderly man, and Frances, his younger companion, as they journey to Queensland for their retirement, seeking to enjoy life together. However, the trip proves challenging, and Frances observes with concern as Frank grapples with…

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Mad Max 2

1981 • 96 min • Budget $2M • Box office $24M

Adventure, Action, Thriller

Set in a desolate Australian Outback after an apocalypse, Max Rockatansky is a drifter searching for gasoline. He and other survivors find themselves at a fuel depot controlled by Lord Humungus, a powerful and mysterious leader who embodies the harshness…

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Two Hands

1999 • 103 min

Comedy, Crime, Thriller

A 19-year-old is drawn into a dangerous world of crime when stolen money disappears. Hunted by a local gangster's debt collectors, he must navigate a perilous underworld to find answers and escape. Meanwhile, two street kids find the missing funds…

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The Shiralee

1957 • 99 min

A traveling Australian man, known as a "swagman," discovers his wife is with another. He leaves with his daughter, Buster, and they journey together across the country, moving from town to town and farm to farm. During their travels, father…

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Careful, He Might Hear You

1983 • 110 min

Following his mother's death, PS is raised by his Aunt Lila and Uncle George in suburban Sydney. Though their life is simple, PS is content. This changes when Lila's affluent sister, Vanessa, returns from England and begins to show an…

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Japanese Story

2003 • 110 min • Budget $5M • Box office $4M

Drama, Romance

Geologist Sandy is on a field trip in the Pilbara desert with a Japanese man she considers aloof, irritating, and arrogant. Hiromitsu feels the same way about her. Their situation deteriorates dramatically when they are stranded in one of the…

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The Devil's Playground

1977 • 107 min • Budget $193K

Drama

This drama follows teenage boys in a strict religious school as they struggle with their emotions. Under the guidance of their priests and educators, the rigid rules meant to guide them begin to have unintended consequences. The film examines how…

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Gallipoli

1981 • 112 min • Budget $2M • Box office $17M

War, History, Drama

During World War I, Australian runners Archy and Frank join the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. Their athletic abilities and friendship create a strong bond as they face the difficult Dardanelles Campaign in Gallipoli. The eight-month battle pitted the…

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The Tracker

2002 • 90 min • Box office $442K

Drama, History

In early 1900s Australia, an Aboriginal man is accused of killing a white woman. Three white men pursue him, aided by an Indigenous man with extensive knowledge of the land.

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Babe

1995 • 92 min • Budget $30M • Box office $254M

Fantasy, Drama, Comedy

"Babe" tells the story of a young pig who sets out on a remarkable journey to find his place in the world. Surrounded by unusual friends, including a duck who thinks he's a rooster and a dog Babe calls "mum,"…

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Praise

1999 • 98 min

A directionless young adult begins living with an ex-colleague struggling with self-worth due to her weight, appearance, and eczema. Their bond revolves around constant drinking, drug use, and sexual encounters.

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Pure Shit

1975 • 83 min

In Melbourne, four young heroin addicts desperately seek high-quality drugs, known to them as "pure shit." Over 48 hours, their world is shattered by a friend's overdose, a robbery, police arrest and violence, a failed break-in, and a chase with…

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Bliss

1985 • 112 min

A marketing executive finds himself in what appears to be hell, but finds it remarkably mundane. Meanwhile, his daughter is involved in a dangerous relationship with her brother, and harmful products are becoming more prevalent. As he struggles to maintain…

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The Interview

1998 • 104 min

Crime, Mystery, Drama

A determined detective pursues a relentless killer in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Both are motivated by personal struggles and hidden agendas as they outwit each other. The detective faces mounting pressure and doubts his own ethics. The…

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The Story of the Kelly Gang

1906 • 70 min

Crime, Drama, Action

The Story of the Kelly Gang is a landmark film, marking the start of Australia's film industry and introducing the feature-length movie format. Largely lost to time, this significant production has been carefully reconstructed, offering modern audiences a chance to…

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Australian Rules

2002 • 95 min

Sixteen-year-old Gary Black is an ordinary football player with a talent for writing, who unexpectedly becomes a hero. He inadvertently helps his local Australian Rules football team win the championship. However, the victory is overshadowed by violence when Gary's Aboriginal…

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The Odd Angry Shot

1979 • 92 min

In Vietnam, around 1967/68, a unit of Australian SAS soldiers confronts the harsh realities of war. Their experiences range from the monotonous routine of camp life and lengthy patrols, to the often fruitless nature of raids and ambushes, and the…

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Letters to Ali

2004 • 106 min

A woman and her family work to help a young refugee boy escape from a strict Australian detention center.

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Wolf Creek

2005 • 99 min • Budget $1M • Box office $30M

Horror, Thriller

Two backpackers find themselves stranded in the Australian outback. When a local man offers to repair their vehicle, they accept help, only to be taken captive by him. He turns out to be a dangerous killer.

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The Boys

1998 • 86 min

Brett Sprague, a violent and psychopathic man, is released on parole after a sentence for assault. Over the course of 24 hours, as we observe Brett and his brothers, Stevie and Glenn, it becomes evident that the day will not…

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We of the Never Never

1982 • 134 min

This is the remarkable true story of Jeannie Gunn, inspired by the beloved Australian classic by Mrs. Aeneas Gunn. She leaves her life in Melbourne for a new beginning on her husband's remote cattle station in the Australian outback. Jeannie’s…

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Strictly Ballroom

1992 • 94 min • Budget $3M • Box office $33M

Comedy, Drama, Romance

Scott, a driven professional close to achieving his career goals, faces a major test when a new project demands he take significant risks. Partnering with someone new, he must demonstrate his ability to succeed and continue advancing. The film explores…

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Romper Stomper

1992 • 94 min • Budget $1M • Box office $3M

Action, Drama, Thriller

In Melbourne's dark side, a group of Nazi skinheads terrorize the local Vietnamese community, believing the newcomers threaten their racial ideals. The Vietnamese residents endure escalating violence and intimidation until they finally fight back. Amidst the escalating conflict, a woman…

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Phar Lap

1983 • 107 min

Phar Lap, a powerful chestnut horse, became Australia's celebrated champion during the 1930s Depression. Born in New Zealand, he rose from modest origins to become a national hero through his racing success.

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Shine

1996 • 105 min • Budget $5M • Box office $35M

Drama

This moving film chronicles pianist David Helfgott's challenging path through classical music, shaped by the demanding expectations of his father and instructors. The film shows how this relentless pressure affects David's mental well-being, ultimately leading to a severe breakdown. It…

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Erskineville Kings

1999 • 90 min

Barky, 25, a lost and adrift young man, left home two years ago to escape an abusive father, abandoning everything he once knew. Now that his father is dead, he believes it’s time to return.

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Mad Max

1979 • 91 min • Budget $350K • Box office $100M

Adventure, Action, Thriller

In a chaotic future, a motorcycle gang dominates the broken highways with brutal force. The riders, driven by lawless abandon, terrorize civilians and defy the overwhelmed police. The film is a raw look at a society struggling for control against…

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Death in Brunswick

1991 • 109 min

Carl Fitzgerald, seeking work, takes a job at a Greek restaurant and starts dating waitress Sophie. His life seems to be getting better, but a sudden crisis occurs when a coworker named Mustafa dies. Carl must then find a way…

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The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

1994 • 103 min • Budget $2M • Box office $29M

Drama, Comedy

This comedy satirizes news broadcasting, inspired by the Radio 4 series 'On The Hour.' It humorously mocks British television journalism with ridiculous headlines and stories, patronizing interviews, and intentionally silly research. A sports presenter struggles to find clever metaphors, leading…

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The Overlanders

1946 • 91 min

As World War II begins in Northern Australia, the Japanese advance forces a desperate situation. As people evacuate, they implement a "scorched earth" policy, destroying everything in their path. Instead of abandoning their cattle, a diverse group resolves to drive…

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The Piano

1993 • 120 min

An arranged marriage takes Ada and her independent daughter to the remote landscapes of 19th-century New Zealand. There, Ada clashes with her dominant husband while also finding herself drawn to a strong, outdoorsy frontiersman, sparking a dangerous attraction.

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The Man from Snowy River

1982 • 104 min • Budget $3M • Box office $20M

Drama, Romance, Adventure

Jim Craig is compelled to leave his Australian mountain home after his father's death, becoming the caretaker of their family farm and venturing into unfamiliar lowlands. He faces many challenges in this new environment, testing his strength and resolve. Through…

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Walkabout

1971 • 95 min • Budget $1M

Adventure, Drama

This Australian drama tells the story of two young city siblings who are unexpectedly stranded in the wilderness. Their geologist father's planned picnic turns deadly when an attempt on his life goes wrong, leaving the children alone to survive. They…

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Crocodile Dundee

1986 • 97 min • Budget $5M • Box office $328M

Adventure, Comedy

A New York reporter invites the down-to-earth Australian crocodile hunter Mick Dundee to New York for a humorous cultural experience. Dundee's natural abilities help him adapt to city life, easily dealing with everything from street criminals to wealthy socialites. The…

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Beneath Clouds

2002 • 90 min

Lena, with her Aboriginal mother and Irish father, meets Vaughn, a Murri man serving time in a low-security prison in North West NSW. Unexpected circumstances force them on a journey with no money or way to travel. For Lena, Vaughn…

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Backroads

1977 • 61 min

A white man and a Black man steal a car in western New South Wales and drive towards the coast. Jack is sharp-tongued and makes dismissive comments about Aboriginal people, while Gary is simply trying to get away from something.…

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The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith

1978 • 113 min • Budget $1M

Crime, Drama, History

This true story follows a man of Indigenous heritage as he struggles to find his place in white society. The film explores the complexities of cultural identity and how his attempts to fit in ultimately lead to a crisis. As…

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The Lighthorsemen

1987 • 131 min

War, Drama, History

During World War I, British troops are stuck in a stalemate on the Turkish and German fronts in Palestine. The ongoing battles continue until a new hope appears: the Australian light horse regiment. These riders, known for their bravery and…

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Breaker Morant

1980 • 107 min • Budget $1M • Box office $8M

Drama, History, War

During the Boer War, three young Australian lieutenants are unfairly targeted by a tribunal after executing captured Boer prisoners. They followed orders from their superiors, but are now being blamed as the military leadership tries to distance itself from controversial…

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Dead Heart

1996 • 104 min

In the quiet Australian town of Wala Wala, lawman Ray Lorkin worries about growing conflict between the Aboriginal people and the white settlers. When Kate, the wife of a local teacher, is found to have desecrated a sacred site by…

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For the Term of His Natural Life

1927 • 101 min

Wrongfully convicted, a man is exiled to a brutal prison colony and resolves to escape.

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Jedda

1955 • 101 min

A young Aboriginal woman, raised by a white family, feels an inexplicable pull towards the traditional "Walkabout" – a journey of spiritual discovery practiced by her ancestral people for generations.

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Annie's Coming Out

1984 • 96 min

A young social worker starts a job at a hospital for children with intellectual disabilities and uncovers evidence that some of the children are being wrongly diagnosed. It's hard to prove, as the prevailing belief is that profoundly disabled children…

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Newsfront

1978 • 110 min

In 1950s Australia, two brothers navigate a world transformed by rapid change while working as news cameramen for rival organizations. The evolving era profoundly impacts their lives.

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Somersault

2004 • 105 min • Box office $1M

Drama, Romance

Australian teenager Heidi is forced to leave home after being discovered with her mother's boyfriend. With limited options, she moves to Jindabyne, a tourist town. There, she begins a relationship with Joe at a local bar, seeking a sense of…

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Storm Boy

1977 • 88 min

Mike, a solitary Australian boy, lives a secluded life in the coastal wilderness with his withdrawn father. Seeking companionship, he meets a fellow loner from the Aboriginal community. The two develop a close relationship while caring for a flock of…

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On Our Selection

1932 • 99 min

The film begins with the title card "Bushland Symphony," followed by scenes and sounds of the Australian outback. The story then unfolds through several interconnected storylines focusing on a property selection owned by Dad Rudd in South West Queensland.

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Radiance

1998 • 80 min

Following their mother's passing, three sisters who have grown distant reunite at their family home.

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The Getting of Wisdom

1977 • 101 min

Drama

"The Getting of Wisdom" tells the story of Laura Tweedle-Rambotham, a young girl from rural Australia who attends Presbyterian Ladies' College in Melbourne for her education. Based on Henry Handel Richardson's novel, this coming-of-age film portrays Laura's experiences as she…

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The Man from Hong Kong

1975 • 106 min • Budget $535K

Action, Crime, Adventure

A veteran Hong Kong inspector, Fang Sing Leng, travels to Australia at the request of local authorities to question a suspect connected to Sydney's criminal network. When the suspect is suddenly killed, Inspector Leng teams up with Australian police to…

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Cunnamulla

2000 • 82 min

Documentary

Cunnamulla, a remote town 800 kilometers west of Brisbane at the end of the railway line, holds secrets beneath its surface as a harsh Christmas approaches. More is happening than just the annual lizard race. Aboriginal and white Australians coexist,…

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Muriel's Wedding

1994 • 106 min • Budget $3M • Box office $15M

Comedy, Drama, Romance

A quiet Australian woman desires to break free from her ordinary life. Feeling isolated, she secretly saves money from her parents to fund a trip for herself. On this journey, she hopes to find happiness and maybe even love in…

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The FJ Holden

1977 • 105 min

Australia, late 1970s. A time of drive-in movies, Chico Roll girls, and the iconic FJ Holden. The film features drunken fights, secret love affairs, illegal races, a soundtrack of classic Australian rock (including Ol'55, Skyhooks, and Renee Geyer), and the…

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Looking for Alibrandi

2000 • 103 min

Seventeen-year-old Josie Alibrandi feels lost and unsure of her place in the world. But this year promises transformation. Josie will confront her anxieties, reveal hidden truths, and ultimately learn the truth about her father's identity.

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The Year My Voice Broke

1987 • 105 min

Drama, Romance

Set in rural Australia in 1962, this coming-of-age story follows a young boy as he experiences the challenges of first love and friendship while watching his best friend mature into a young woman. His friend's new relationship with a rugby…

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Sweetie

1989 • 100 min

Drama, Comedy

Kay strives for a controlled life, determined to leave her troubled past behind. She finds hope with her boyfriend Louis, who also values stability, envisioning a peaceful future together. But the unexpected return of her free-spirited sister Sweetie throws everything…

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Head On

1998 • 104 min • Box office $378K

Drama

Ari, a nineteen-year-old, journeys to find himself and connect with his family. Raised in a Greek household with a history of activism, Ari feels stifled by his parents' current reserved life. As he explores his sexuality, he struggles to reconcile…

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Dead Calm

1989 • 96 min • Budget $10M • Box office $7M

Thriller, Horror

To escape a painful past, an Australian couple sails across the Pacific. Their peaceful voyage changes when they find a deserted ship. Inside, they meet a lone survivor with no memory of who he is. As the couple tries to…

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They're a Weird Mob

1966 • 108 min

An Italian sports journalist travels to Australia, but struggles to find work. He takes a job as a construction laborer. Initially bewildered by the local culture, he gradually discovers camaraderie and love.

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