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Strictly Ballroom: Behind the Curtain
The NFSA is celebrating 25 years of the little Aussie film that became a global smash hit.
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Strictly Ballroom
The quirky, low-budget Aussie film that became a global smash is now 25 years old. Strictly Ballroom, released in August 1992, set Baz Luhrmann on a path to worldwide success, and launched the...
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Tara Morice
Twenty-five years after the release of Strictly Ballroom, the NFSA's Miguel Gonzalez caught up with one of the stars of the film, Tara Morice.
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John O'Connell
When it comes to dance and choreography, John 'Cha Cha' O'Connell needs no introduction.
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Killer cans and Babe: Making Optical Effects
Roger Cowland recalls his work in film optical effects on films like Babe and Mad Max.
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Strictly Ballroom turns 25
The NFSA is celebrating the 25th anniversary of Strictly Ballroom with a bold new online exhibition and curated collection.
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Paul Mercurio
Twenty-five years on, Paul Mercurio talks to the NFSA's Miguel Gonzalez about his life and career after the success of Strictly Ballroom.
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Remembering Strictly Ballroom
In an exclusive interview, Paul Mercurio and Tara Morice share memories of the movie that launched their big-screen careers.
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David Hirschfelder on Strictly Ballroom
Composer David Hirschfelder talks about his work on the film Strictly Ballroom (1992), noting it was one of the most enjoyable professional experiences of his career.  Hirschfelder provides valuable...
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Strictly Ballroom: JPY on 'Love Is in the Air'
Singer John Paul Young talks about re-recording 'Love Is in the Air' for the film soundtrack and how Strictly Ballroom revived the hit song.  The use of the song in this film reflects a common...
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