AUSSIES have been making their mark on the international movie scene for decades.
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But, now it’s time to acknowledge our home-grown heroes on the local big screen.
Majestic Cinemas Singleton will host an Australian Film Festival from August 28 to September 3.
“The digital advancement of our cinema has enabled us to bring an array of content to the community of the Upper Hunter,” manager Michelle Weir said.
“This festival highlights the great local content available for filmgoers.
“It’s the first time we’ve celebrated Australian films and have therefore sourced a variety of genres to accommodate everyone’s tastes.”
Six movies across the week – The Rover, Galore, Charlie’s Country, Healing, The Babadook and perennial favourite Strictly Ballroom – will offer audiences a glimpse into the calibre of locally-produced films.
“As an independent cinema, we value the importance of our role in providing content from not only all over the world, but our own backyard as well,” Ms Weir said.
“To kick off the festival, we’ll host an opening night function on August 28 with Strictly Ballroom.
“This will be accompanied by a wine and cheese event prior to the screening.
“It all starts from 6.30pm, with the film beginning at 6.50pm.”
Tickets – and festival passes for those who wish to see all six movies – are available for purchase now.
For session times, or more information, visit majesticcinemas.com.au or phone 6571 5252.
Synopsis of films
The Rover (MA) - Guy Pearce and Robert Pattinson in a film directed by David Michod, who won international acclaim with Animal Kingdom. Ten years after a global economic collapse, a hardened loner pursues the men who stole his only possession, his car.
Galore (MA) - Ashleigh Cummings (star of TV’s Puberty Blues). A coming of age story set in the middle of the Australian summer. The relationship of four friends is tested under the pressure of a looming bushfire skirting their homes.
Charlie’s Country (M) - David Gulpilil astounded audiences in the revered Ten Canoes and returns with the story of Blackfella Charlie; who takes off from his remote community that has recently come under the policing of “whitefella law”, to live the old way.
Healing (M) - Don Hany and Hugo Weaving. At the tail end of a 16-year sentence, a prisoner is sent to a low security pre-release prison where men are paired with injured game birds.
The Babadook (M) - Thriller/Horror. A single mother, plagued by the violent death of her husband, battles with her son’s fear of a monster lurking in the house, but soon discovers a sinister presence all around her.
Strictly Ballroom (PG) - Baz Luhrmann’s masterpiece follows a maverick dancer who risks his career by performing an unusual routine and sets out to succeed with a new partner.