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The directors – Baz Luhrmann, George Miller, Gillian Armstrong, Peter Weir and Warwick Thornton – will each have their portraits featured on new postage stamps as part of the Australian Legends of Filmmaking 2022 stamp issue. Australia Post Philatelic Director Group director Michael Zsolt said each of the directors has been recognized not only for their vision, talent and accolades, but also for their diverse and impactful storytelling nationally and internationally. “Every year since 1997, we have celebrated living Australians who have made a unique contribution to the Australian way of life,” Mr Zsolt said. “The films created by our 2022 legends all tell powerful stories that connect strongly with Australian audiences and help shape our perception not only of ourselves, but also of significant historical events and socio-cultural themes.” Gillian Armstrong, who among many accolades received six AACTA awards and a Palme d’Or nomination for her very first film My Brilliant Career in 1979, said it was an honor to be the recipient of the Australia Post award Legends 2022 alongside such a totally brilliant group of filmmakers. “It’s wonderful that our directors are recognized for the powerful, unique and heartfelt Australian stories we create – and it’s a pleasure to be named a Legend of an industry and an art form I’m passionate about” , Ms. Armstrong said. “I collected stamps when I was a child, I loved these small images. So it’s particularly well done to be recognized for my big images!” IN OTHER NEWS: The annual Australia Post Legends Awards celebrate living Australians who have made a unique contribution to the nation through their field of endeavor, inspiring the community and influencing the way Australians see themselves. The Australian Legends of Filmmaking 2022 stamp issue includes five $1.10 stamps, a first day cover, a stamp pack, a maxi card set, a minisheet, five booklets of ten $1.10 stamps and a booklet collection pack. Stamps and related products are available from participating post offices, by mail by calling 1800 331 794 and online at auspost.com.au/legends from Tuesday 15th March 2022, while supplies last.
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LEGENDARY: seal of approval for big names in cinema.
The directors – Baz Luhrmann, George Miller, Gillian Armstrong, Peter Weir and Warwick Thornton – will each have their portraits featured on new postage stamps as part of the Australian Legends of Filmmaking 2022 stamp issue.
Australia Post Group Philatelic Director Michael Zsolt said each of the directors had been recognized not only for their vision, talent and acclaim, but also for their diverse and impactful storytelling nationally and internationally.
“Every year since 1997, we have celebrated living Australians who have made a unique contribution to the Australian way of life,” Mr Zsolt said.
“The films created by our 2022 legends all tell powerful stories that connect strongly with Australian audiences and help shape our perception not only of ourselves, but also of significant historical events and socio-cultural themes.”
Gillian Armstrong, who among many accolades, received six AACTA awards and a Palme d’Or nomination for her very first film My Brilliant Career in 1979, said it was an honor to be the recipient of the Australia Post Legends 2022 award alongside such a brilliant group of directors.
“It’s wonderful that our directors are recognized for the powerful, unique and heartfelt Australian stories we create – and it’s a pleasure to be named a Legend of an industry and an art form I’m passionate about” , Ms. Armstrong said.
“I collected stamps when I was a child, I loved these small images. So it’s particularly well done to be recognized for my big images!”
The annual Australia Post Legends Awards celebrate living Australians who have made a unique contribution to the nation through their field of endeavor, inspiring the community and influencing the way Australians view themselves.
The Australian Legends of Filmmaking 2022 stamp issue includes five $1.10 stamps, a first day cover, a stamp pack, a maxi card set, a minisheet, five booklets of ten $1.10 stamps and a booklet collection pack.
Stamps and related products are available at participating post offices, by mail by calling 1800 331 794 and online at auspost.com.au/legends from Tuesday, March 15, 2022, while supplies last.
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