Opinion

Australian film 'blossoming'

I love how each generation has its own burst of energy. You just have to look at the youngsters and what great work they’re doing. Our cinematographer Adam Arkapaw is still in his 20s. Our editor Luke Doolan just turned 30 and was nominated for an Oscar for a short film. David’s only in his 30s; they’re all part of this clique of filmmakers who care about each other’s work. It’s a real community spirit; I love it.

Jackie Weaver agreeing with Vanity Fair‘s John Lopez, who feels “Australian film is blossoming right now”.

Weaver said: “When you get as old as I am, you kind of believe there’s nothing new under the sun, but there’s always a fresh way of looking at something. That’s why I love working with young people. They remind you of things you used to know and have since forgotten.”

Lopez spoke with Weaver after she received the Best Supporting Actress award from the National Board of Review, and speculated about her potential Oscar nomination.

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