Gallipoli
GALLIPOLI
GALLIPOLI
(d. Peter Weir, 1981)
Starring: Mel Gibsion, Mark Lee, Bill Kerr, Bill Hunter, David Argue
25 April 2024
Hackney Picturehouse
270 Mare St, London E8 1HE
SYNOPSIS
The London Australian Film Society are proud to mark ANZAC Day with a very rare screening of Peter Weir and David Williamson’s classic WW1 feature, Gallipoli.
It's taken months of research and unrelenting emails to be able to say we are thrilled to finally bring you this special screening of one of the most important Australian films ever made.
The 25th of April is the day when Australians & New Zealanders get up and attend dawn services around the country to mark the sacrifices hundreds of our countrymen made in the name of war.
Written by one of our most esteemed playwrites, David Williamon (who also has a cameo in the film), steeped in myth and heart wrenchingly well-acted, this is a must watch for all Australians (and Kiwis) who wish to mark this solemn day, with or without the 5am dawn service.
A youthful Mel Gibson and Mark Lee star as competitive running buddies who join the war effort for an adventure. Starting their training in Egypt they are soon shipped off to the terrifying beaches and trenches of Gallipoli, where a national identity was forged amidst countless personal tragedies.
A raffle will be held, proceeds of which will be donated to RSL Australia, and Australian snacks will be on sale.
With thanks to CIC and Park Circus.
REVIEWS
“Gallipoli was, and is, a triumph.” David Stratton, At the Movies
“One of the most elegiac anti-war films ever made.” Martin Chilton, Daily Telegraph
INCLUDED IN THE TICKET
Ticket price includes:
Raffles sold on the night
Australian snacks and lollies (sweets) will be on sale