Stand up and celebrate one of the most acclaimed careers in Australian cinema and on the world stage.
When filmmakers announce their retirement, it invites us to pause, stand back, and take in the full scope of their work. Earlier this year, when Peter Weir announced his retirement, his remarkable body of films came into focus – a sequence so iconic and impactful that saying his career is “greater than the sum of its parts” truly resonates.
In an era when directors are often celebrities and brands, Peter Weir has become a subtle yet powerful presence, leaving his mark through his films. His work bears unmistakable trademarks: a recurring fascination with characters constrained by their environments, from Appleyard College in Picnic at Hanging Rock to Seahaven in The Truman Show. His career also traces an extraordinary journey from the vibrant Australian film scene of the 1970s to Hollywood, with the Australian New Wave marking a pivotal moment as global audiences embraced Australian cinema.
There’s no better time to celebrate Weir’s extraordinary career, now drawing to a close as we approach the 50th anniversary of his seminal work, Picnic at Hanging Rock. Join us in celebrating this legacy.
– Reece Goodwin, Curator (Film & TV)
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