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One of the architects of Australia's cinematic renaissance in
the late '70s, Sydney-born Peter Weir forged his reputation with
a series of films that conveyed an often enigmatic view of Australia,
capturing its collision of ancient and modern cultures, as well
as the beauty and strangeness of the continent's natural features.
His training as a cameraman and production designer enabled him
to craft visually rich, atmospheric films noteworthy for their
strong performances; when he graduated to Hollywood-financed features
and A-list stars, Weir retained his underlying commitment to provocative
themes. In Weir's films, rational modernism is frequently pitted
against older cultures and beliefs, and faith itself emerges as
a litmus for personal change and discovery.
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