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David Stratton: A Cinematic Life (2017)

"For Most People, Movies are Entertainment. For One Man, They are a Way of Life."

4.320171h 37mEN
Documentary

Directed by Sally Aitken

Rating

4.3/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

March 9, 2017

Director

Sally Aitken

Official Trailer

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Overview

A compelling personal journey with David Stratton, as he relates the fascinating development of our cinema history. David guides us from his boyhood cinema experience of Australia in England, where he saw the first images of this strange and exotic landscape via the medium of film, to his migration ...

Cast

David Stratton

David Stratton

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Dr George Miller

Dr George Miller

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Nicole Kidman

Nicole Kidman

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Russell Crowe

Russell Crowe

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Anne-Louise Lambert

Anne-Louise Lambert

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Margaret Pomeranz

Margaret Pomeranz

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Geoffrey Wright

Geoffrey Wright

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Michael Caton

Michael Caton

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Jacki Weaver

Jacki Weaver

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Todd McCarthy

Todd McCarthy

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Jack Thompson

Jack Thompson

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Sam Neill

Sam Neill

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Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into David Stratton: A Cinematic Life (2017), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A compelling personal journey with David Stratton, as he relates the fascinating development of our cinema history. David guides us from his boyhood cinema experience of Australia in England, where he saw the first images of this strange and exotic landscape via the medium of film, to his migration to Australia as a ‘ten pound pom’ in 1963 and onto his present day reflections on the iconic themes that run through our cinematic legacy. All of this reflects a passionate engagement in a uniquely Australian medium. Parallel and at the heart of the series is the story of an industry whose growing pains David has witnessed over a lifetime. Alongside David, the protagonists of this history are the giants of Australian cinema – both behind the camera and in front of it.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of David Stratton: A Cinematic Life. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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