David Stratton: A Cinematic Life
"For Most People, Movies are Entertainment. For One Man, They are a Way of Life."
Originally released in 2017. David Stratton: A Cinematic Life is a documentary film. directed by Sally Aitken.
Starring David Stratton, Dr George Miller, and Nicole Kidman
Synopsis
A compelling personal journey with David Stratton, as he relates the fascinating development of our cinema history. David guides us from his boyhood cinema experience of Australia in England, where he saw the first images of this strange and exotic landscape via the medium of film, to his migration to Australia as a ‘ten pound pom’ in 1963 and onto his present day reflections on the iconic themes that run through our cinematic legacy. All of this reflects a passionate engagement in a uniquely Australian medium. Parallel and at the heart of the series is the story of an industry whose growing pains David has witnessed over a lifetime. Alongside David, the protagonists of this history are the giants of Australian cinema – both behind the camera and in front of it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 9, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
4.3/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Stranger Than Fiction Films
- Screen NSW
- Screen Australia
- Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is David Stratton: A Cinematic Life about?
A compelling personal journey with David Stratton, as he relates the fascinating development of our cinema history. David guides us from his boyhood cinema experience of Australia in England, where...
Who directed David Stratton: A Cinematic Life?
David Stratton: A Cinematic Life was directed by Sally Aitken.
How long is David Stratton: A Cinematic Life?
David Stratton: A Cinematic Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was David Stratton: A Cinematic Life released?
David Stratton: A Cinematic Life was released on March 9, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in David Stratton: A Cinematic Life?
The main cast of David Stratton: A Cinematic Life includes David Stratton, Dr George Miller, Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, Anne-Louise Lambert.