Films: AUSTRALIA

AUSTRALIA

Muriel’s Wedding, P. J. Hogan, 1994 —Toni Collette stars as a homely, Abba-obsessed local girl in Porpoise Spit, Australia who finds love with the help of friend Rachel Griffiths in a feel-good comedy.

Strictly Ballroom, Baz Luhrman, 1992 — The writer/director’s breakthrough is a likeable musical comedy set in the world of ballroom dancing competitions.

Moulin Rouge!, Baz Luhrman, 2001 — Filmed at Fox Studios Australia, and starring local Nicole Kidman, this ebullient postmodern musical gives a sense of Sydney style, sophistication and irreverence.