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Rachel Griffiths, having experienced Australian film from multiple perspectives, understands the importance of a healthy and thriving local industry. Australian screen veterans have called for urgent protection as streaming giants threaten to overshadow homegrown stories.
As an actor, Griffiths has been part of acclaimed Australian films, including her breakout role in Muriel’s Wedding and the war drama Hacksaw Ridge. Globally recognized and Oscar-nominated for roles in Hilary and Jackie and Saving Mr Banks, she has taken the skills honed in Australia to the international stage. She also participated in big-budget international projects like Anyone But You, which utilized Australia's world-class facilities and talent.
In her role as director and producer of the Melbourne Cup movie Ride Like a Girl, Griffiths has gained insight into the complex business side of filmmaking. As an audience member, she has shown appreciation for local favorites such as the historical classic 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.” — Rachel Griffiths
This perspective underlines the critical role of Australian cinema in preserving and expressing the nation’s unique identity.
Author's summary: Rachel Griffiths emphasizes the essential role of Australia's film industry in fostering unique local stories amid global streaming challenges, championing both creative and cultural significance.