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Caddie: Australian Classic Restored & Gets Global Release
9 Oct
Summary
- Newly restored 4K version of 1976 Australian drama 'Caddie' acquired worldwide.
- Film depicts a single mother's resilience during the Great Depression.
- Restoration by NFSA highlights original cinematography for 50th anniversary.
The critically acclaimed 1976 Australian film "Caddie," directed by Donald Crombie and starring Helen Morse, has been meticulously restored in 4K by the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA). This significant restoration, completed from the 35mm original picture negative, preserves the film's original visual quality for its 50th anniversary.
Worldwide distribution rights for the restored drama have been acquired by Potential Films, an independent Australian distributor. "Caddie" is recognized as a key film of Australia's New Wave and depicts the resilience of an abandoned housewife in 1925 Sydney, as she navigates societal challenges and builds a new life. The film originally achieved domestic box office success and garnered awards for Helen Morse.
"Caddie" is being showcased at the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, France, as part of its International Classic Film Market (MIFC) and the Re>Birth Programme. This initiative aims to connect classic films with new distributors and buyers. Potential Films is exploring various distribution avenues, including theatrical releases in Australia and New Zealand, as well as television and streaming opportunities globally.
