Peter Weir
Jim Carrey’s performance in The Truman Show is one that deserves to be discussed, as it is one of extraordinary duality, showing his comedic chops in addition to his growing dramatic talents.
Australian director Peter Weir is known for his outsider characters triumphing over adversity; here is a rundown of his most famous films.
Australia’s film industry has always been a little unstable. From the decline of Australian-made films in the inter-war period to the increased arts funding by the liberal government of John Gorton, the industry seems to travel in peaks and troughs much more than the American industry. Indeed, the fierce competition from American-made movies no doubt contributes to the infrequency of big-selling Aussie flicks.
