Since its renaissance 17 years ago. the Australian cinema has enjoyed immense box-office success and international acclaim. Today, despite the worldwide triumph of Crocodile Dundee, the industry is plagued by financial problems and artistic doubts.
Philip French examines the rise and character of the cinema down-under. its present troubles and future prospects with contributions from movie-makers and critics, among them PHILLIP ADAMS , Chairman of the Australian Film Commission, the directors BRUCE BERESFORD. GILLIAN ARMSTRONG. TIM BURSTALL and FRED schepisi , and playwright david WILLIAMSON. * HEAR THIS! page 16