Gallipoli
GALLIPOLI
GALLIPOLI
(d. Peter Weir, 1981)
Starring: Mel Gibsion, Mark Lee, Bill Kerr, Bill Hunter, David Argue
25 April 2025
VENUE TBC
SYNOPSIS
The London Australian Film Society are proud to mark ANZAC Day with a screening of Peter Weir and David Williamson’s classic WW1 feature, Gallipoli.
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 Australia's most esteemed playwrites, David Williamson (who also has a cameo in the film), steeped in controversy 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.
This is a film which explores the affect war has on a community and the innocence of the young men who enthusiastically joined up for WW1, ready for adventure but horrendously unprepared for the reality, and it changed the nation's attitude to veterans.
A raffle will be held 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