JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE ANZAC LEGEND ON FILM.

  • Published In: Australian Geographic, 2026, n. 191. P. 56 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: RICHARDS, DEKE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article examines the portrayal of Australia's military history in film, highlighting how filmmakers have captured the nation's connection to war since the Anzac legend began with the Gallipoli campaign in 1915. It discusses early works like *The Hero of the Dardanelles*, which aimed to boost recruitment, and later influential films such as *Gallipoli* (1981) and *Breaker Morant* (1980), which resonated with audiences and revitalized interest in Anzac Day commemorations. The article also notes the use of Australian landscapes to represent various war settings and mentions significant films covering both World Wars and later conflicts, illustrating the evolving narrative of Australia's military contributions through cinema. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Australian Geographic. 2026/03, Issue 191, p56
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0816-1658
  • Accession Number:191796602
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