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I note that the usual right- wing posters on this blog go full- on with the standard comments- ie "woke, left- wing " etc. This film is the creation of someone with a set of beliefs and ideas. What do these right- wing posters want? A world that reflects only their bigoted viewpoints or one where freedom of expression and creativity in a democratic society exists? OK. This film is a product of contemporary society and reflects some aspects and viewpoints of this society. The Creative Arts have always been attacked by not only the right- wing but also the far left- wing- which makes the comment about it being left- wing somewhat ludicrous. I enjoyed the movie. It reflects the Xmas spirit, warmth, humour, contemporary issues but most all all, human kindness. Surely, in a world desperately short of human kindness, even these Scrooge- like posters could acknowledge that message. But no, tolerance cannot exist in their world for they can only see the world through their tunnel- like vision. If you don't like something, why go on-line with your well- worn out and mean- minded comments? I could, like Scrooge, say "bah humbug" but all I'll do is wish them a Merry Christmas- hopefully they'll find something kind to say about their fellow humans in this time of love, joy and compassion.

A brilliant and powerful movie. Authentic and unmistakeably Australian. See it before mainstream cinemas drop it for something more commercial and lightweight. PS. Did you know it took Australian Governments 35, yes 35, years to recognize the heroes, both alive and deceased, of this battle ? Reminds me of that line from Khe San about the empty promises Australian Governments made to Australian soldiers leaving for Vietnam. And continued to deny these men a fair and commensurate level of financial and medical support.( and no, I'm not a veteran. ).