Gallipoli

"Gallipoli" is a poignant war drama set during World War I, focusing on two young Australian athletes, Archy Hamilton (Mark Lee) and Frank Dunne (Mel Gibson), who enlist in the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. Their friendship and physical prowess lead them to the harrowing Dardanelles Campaign on the Gallipoli peninsula, a brutal and tragic eight-month battle against the Ottoman Empire, resulting in heavy casualties and deeply affecting Australian national identity.

Trivia:
1. To authentically capture the spirit and culture of Australian soldiers, the cast underwent extensive training in endurance running, reflecting the characters' backgrounds as agile runners.
2. Mel Gibson, who played Frank Dunne, delivered a breakthrough performance that helped launch his international career.
3. The director, Peter Weir, focused heavily on realistic battle scenes, filming on location in Australia and using practical effects rather than CGI, which added to the film's intense and immersive atmosphere.

Main Cast of Gallipoli

Crew of Gallipoli