You need to watch these 10 Aussie movies

Rachel Griffiths, who has experienced Australian cinema from nearly every perspective, knows how essential it is to keep the local film industry strong and vibrant. Industry veterans are now calling for urgent measures to protect domestic storytelling as global streaming platforms increasingly dominate the market.

As an actor, Griffiths gained prominence with popular Australian films like Muriel’s Wedding and the war drama Hacksaw Ridge. Her international recognition grew through roles in Hilary and Jackie and Saving Mr Banks, which allowed her to carry Australian filmmaking talent to a global stage. She later joined major productions such as Anyone But You, which filmed in Australia, utilizing the country’s world-class film crews and facilities.

In her role as director and producer of the Melbourne Cup film Ride Like a Girl, Griffiths encountered firsthand the complex and often challenging business dimension of filmmaking. As a viewer, she remains a loyal supporter of local movies including the historical epic Gallipoli, the Oscar-nominated drama Lion, and the Indigenous musical romantic comedy The Sapphires.

“A strong local film and television industry is vital because it gives us the power to tell our own stories, to nurture and grow our idea of who we are as unique from other dominant global cultures.”

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Rachel Griffiths highlights the importance of preserving Australia’s film industry to protect its cultural identity and ability to share its own narratives amid global streaming dominance.

news.com.au — 2025-11-08

You need to watch these 10 Aussie movies

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