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Rachel Griffiths, a seasoned figure in the Australian film industry, understands how crucial it is to maintain a robust and thriving local cinema ecosystem. With streaming giants now dominating, Australian screen veterans have called for urgent measures to protect homegrown stories from being overwhelmed.
Griffiths' acting career includes iconic Australian films like Muriel’s Wedding and the war drama Hacksaw Ridge. As an internationally acclaimed, Oscar-nominated actress in Hilary and Jackie and Saving Mr Banks, she has taken the talents fostered in Australia to the global stage. She also appeared in major international productions such as Anyone But You, which utilized Australia's top-notch filming facilities and skilled workforce.
Beyond acting, Griffiths directed and produced the Melbourne Cup film Ride Like a Girl, gaining firsthand experience with the challenging business side of filmmaking. She is also a passionate viewer of local films including 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 underlines the essential role Australian cinema plays in shaping and expressing the nation’s unique identity through storytelling.
Author's summary: Rachel Griffiths highlights the urgent need to protect Australia's film industry to preserve unique local stories and cultural identity amid global streaming pressure.