Kangaroo (1986)
A mild-mannered English conscientious objector moves to what he feels will be the relative calm of Australia after World War I, but gets caught in the middle of violent battles between the rising trade unions and fascist groups.
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Tim Burstall, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring Colin Friels, Judy Davis, John Walton, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
Colin Friels
as Richard Somers
Judy Davis
as Harriet Somers
John Walton
as Jack Calcott
Julie Nihill
as Vicki Calcott
Hugh Keays-Byrne
as Kangaroo
Peter Hehir
as Jaz
Peter Cummins
as Struthers
Tim Robertson
as O'NeillCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 108 min |
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