Gillian Armstrong first garnered attention for her debut feature MY BRILLIANT CAREER (1979), adapted from the classic novel by Miles Franklin. At the film’s release, Gillian held the distinction of being the first woman to direct a feature-length movie in Australia in almost 50 years. Her feature credits include: STAR STRUCK, MRS SOFFEL, HIGH TIDE, […]
National Treasures: David Williamson and Gillian Armstrong talk about the highs and lows of the entertainment industry
In honour of David Williamson’s 40th Anniversary as a playwright, I am moderating a literary dinner at the The Bistro at North Beach tonight at part of this year’s Byron Bay Writers’ Festival. Joining David and I, will be Australia’s first lady of film, Gillian Armstrong. 7.30pm–10.30pm LITERARY DINNER The Bistro at North Beach National […]