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Muriel’s Wedding (1994, Comedy) Muriel deals with the boredom of life in a small Australian
town by listening to ABBA and planning her dream wedding. There’s only one small
problem—she’s never been on a date.

Mutiny on the Bounty (1935, Drama) A dramatic retelling of the historic mutiny led by Fletcher
Christian against Captain William Bligh.

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994, Comedy) If you liked The Birdcage, this one’s
for you. When three performers are hired to set up a drag show revue at a resort in the middle
of the Outback, comedy ensues.

Rabbit-Proof Fence (2002, Adventure) Molly, Daisy, and Gracie are part of the “stolen
generations”, aboriginal children forcibly removed from their families by the Australian
government and placed in re-education camps. But the girls escape, and by following one of
the lengthy rabbit-proof fences that crosses the country, try to make their way home on foot.
Based on true events.

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stray dog, named for the color of his coat, and how he brings the local community together.
The story, which is based on a well-known book, showcases the new Australia that developed
from the wave of immigration after World War II.
Sapphires (2012, Drama) Based on a true story, the movie follows four young Aboriginal women
who become a soul singing group that entertain troops in Vietnam. A moving story that
incorporates historical events, such as how the White Australia Policy and Stolen Generation
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Strictly Ballroom (1992, Comedy) A sweet romantic comedy set in the world of Australia’s
ballroom dancing championships. Scott, the odds-on favorite, feels constrained by rules
that will not let him create new dance steps. Fran, the new dancer, is repeatedly overlooked
despite her talent. If they dance together, they might have to choose between winning and
creative freedom.

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during WWII. Will young the American nurse fall for the sophisticated French planter? Or will
she wash that man right out of her hair?

The Endless Summer (1966, Documentary) The primary focus of this documentary is two young
surfers searching the world for the perfect beach. But with scenes in Australia, New Zealand,
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the 1960’s.

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