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The F.J. Holden. |
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Australia |
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Thornhillâs motion picture, âThe F.J. Holden,â accurately reflects the attitudes of Australian teenagers towards life in the 1970âs. The actors did not appear to be very experienced yet acting seemed quite natural, which to me to me, suggested that the actors lived a similar lifestyle to the characters in which they played. On that note, it didnât look like the film had much of a budget and the impression given was that the producers shot most of the footage without tampering with the setting or introducing extra props.
The use of a handheld camera during intense and fast-paced scenes ensures that the audience remain on the edge of their seat. The diverse range of camera angles are successful in presenting the fast cars, central to the storyline, in an impressive and exciting way. It is through such camera work that the viewers are able to form an understanding as to why the characters admire fast cars so much.
The Australian accent was clearly emphasised during conversations between characters.. This was most likely an instruction by Thornhill in an to make the film as Australian as possible. I believe the reason for this would have been to add appeal to foreign viewers.
Despite featuring numerous depressing themes as well as a foray of arguments and unfortunate events, the humour that is established in the film made for an enjoyable viewing session.
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| Synopsis |
It was the era of the drive-in movie, the Chiko Roll girl and the beloved FJ.
Evocative of both the period and location, THE FJ HOLDEN chronicles the misadventures of Kevin and Bob, a couple of teenage rev-heads on their way to becoming adults. By day they work in a wrecking yard, by night they cruise around in the ultimate chick-magnet: a yellow FJ.
Boasting alcohol-fuelled escapades, back seat sex, illegal drag racing, a classic Oz rock soundtrack (featuring Ol' 55, Skyhooks and Renee Geyer) and the screen debut of future star Sigrid Thornton, THE FJ HOLDEN forged a strong connection with 70s mainstream male and female audiences and today remains a classic true-to-life tale of Aussie teens surviving in the suburban sprawl. |
tags: Michael Thornhill.
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