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Dec 2017
Margaret Pomeranz at the Starstruck exhibition. She's posing with the Priscilla thong dress for a TV crew.

We were starstruck in 2017

In 2017 we found new and exciting ways to connect with our audiences through festivals, programs and special events. Here's a look back at some of the highlights.

By Adam Blackshaw / 22 Dec 2017
Photographs
Oct 2017
Double sepia head and shoulders portrait of a woman with flowers in her hair

Starstruck casting books

These 1930s Cinesound casting books form the heart of the NFSA and National Portrait Gallery collaborative exhibition, 'Starstruck: Australian Movie Portraits'.

By Jennifer Coombes / 31 Oct 2017
Object
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Jun 2017
David Gulpilil in a production still from Charlie's Country. He is looking up and smiling. His hair and beard is going grey.

David Gulpilil: Screen legend

We are celebrating the life and work of one of Australia's finest actors with a new curated collection. 

By Beth Taylor / 19 Jun 2017
Film
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David Gulpilil on the set of Satellite Boy with a film camera beside him. He is looking directly at the camera.

David Gulpilil: A Portrait

A look at David Gulpilil's 40-year career and his profound impact on Australian cinema.

By Liz McNiven / 19 Jun 2017
Film
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