Bromley Light After Dark
The London Australian Film Festival – in partnership with Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery – present the European premiere of BROMLEY: LIGHT AFTER DARK, a warts and all documentary portrait of one of Australian art’s most celebrated, and polarising, figures.
The iconic pop art stylings of David Bromley may well be familiar, even if you don’t recognise the name. Behind the proliferation of spray-can splatters and dayglo imagery, however, lies an individual grappling with the highs and lows of pain, love, and creativity. This intimate documentary, shot over five years, peels back the layers of anxiety, phobias, and self-destruction to embrace the humour and energy that lies beneath.
Through an intense partnership with his wife Yuge, we witness the precariousness of Bromley’s world and his state of mind, while interviews with friends, critics and musicians add insights on mental health, the creative process, and the commercialisation of art. As the man himself says, “art saved my life” – but that’s just the beginning of this story…
Australian snacks and sweets will be on sale, and a raffle will be held before the screening.
Presented in partnership with Rebecca Hossack Art Gallery, and with thanks to 12.01 Productions and Cathartic Pictures.
“Ratbag, larrikin, outlaw of art, David Bromley is a unique and playful character… Observing his life, art practice, and resilience makes for an entertaining couple of hours.”
– Richard Cotter, Sydney Arts Guide
WHY WE CHOSE THE FILM:
Laila (LAFF Director): "Each year we are presented with amazing documentaries. We always struggle to choose just one. This year we couldn’t. This is the first of two incredible stories of larrikins made good. Polarising the Australian art world, come meet this absolute ripper. David Wenham loves him and I’m sure you will too!"
Stephen (LAFF Co-Programmer): “Love him or hate him, there’s absolutely no denying David Bromley’s impact on the Australian art scene, and this doco perfectly captures the ups and downs of this mercurial figure.”
