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Rachel Griffiths, having experienced Australian film from many perspectives, understands the vital role a thriving local industry plays. Australian screen veterans have called for urgent measures to protect the national film scene as streaming platforms risk overshadowing homegrown stories.
As an actress, Griffiths starred in iconic Australian films, including her breakout role in Muriel’s Wedding and the war drama Hacksaw Ridge. Internationally recognized and Oscar-nominated for Hilary and Jackie and Saving Mr Banks, she has leveraged Australian cinematic roots to succeed globally. Griffiths also appeared in large-scale international productions like Anyone But You, which utilized local world-class crews and facilities.
In her role as director and producer of the Melbourne Cup film Ride Like a Girl, she gained insight into the complexities of film production. Griffiths appreciates local films such as the historical classic Gallipoli, the Oscar-nominated drama Lion, and the Indigenous musical romantic comedy The Sapphires.
“A strong local film and television industry is vital because it gives us the power to tell our own stories, to nurture and grow our idea of who we are as unique from other dominant global cultures.”
Griffiths emphasizes that maintaining a robust Australian film industry ensures the power to share unique stories that distinguish the nation's culture amid global influences.