Where was Gallipoli filmed?

Name: Gallipoli
Genre: Historical, War
Released: 1982
Cast: Mel Gibson, Bill Kerr, Mark Lee, Robert Grubb, Bill Hunter

1982 film, directed by Peter Weir.

Turkey

The story is set in Australia, about 7,642 miles (12,298 km) from where it was filmed.

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Where it’s set vs. where it was filmed

Set in: Australia
Filmed in: Turkey
Distance: About 7,642 miles (12,298 km) between Australia and the nearest filming location.

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Released: 1982
Director: Peter Weir
Cast: Mel Gibson Bill KerrMark LeeRobert Grubb Bill Hunter David Argue Paul SonkkilaHarold HopkinsReg EvansSteve Dodd
Genre: Historical War
Awards: AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role; AACTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role; AACTA Award for Best Cinematography; AACTA Award for Best Direction and 8 more

In Western Australia, May 1915, Archy Hamilton, an 18-year-old stockman and prize-winning sprinter, longs to enlist in the Australian Imperial Force (AIF).

Eventually, Frank approaches Archy in a cafe after getting over his loss.

With Archy's navigation skills, the pair eventually reach a cattle station in safety.

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