Gallipoli and All Quiet on the Western Front are among the best World War I films

Ron Cerabona
April 25 2020 - 12:00am
Mel Gibson, left and Mark Lee in Gallipoli, Picture: Supplied Directed by Peter Weir.
Mel Gibson, left and Mark Lee in Gallipoli, Picture: Supplied Directed by Peter Weir.

Gallipoli (1981) is not just an excellent Australian film, or even an excellent Australian war film, but an excellent film, full stop, full of strong characters, a good story and a devastating conclusion. It was written by playwright David Williamson and directed by Peter Weir. Much of it was filmed in South Australia with some location shooting in Egypt.

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Ron Cerabona

Ron Cerabona

Arts reporter

As arts reporter I am interested in and cover a wide range of areas - film, visual art, theatre and music, among others - to tell readers about what's coming and happening in the vibrant and varied world of the arts in Canberra. Email: ron.cerabona@canberratimes.com.au

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