A fan said the film is "one of the greatest and most honest looks at the true value of war".

A classic, but lesser-known war film is hailed by fans as "heartwrenching" with an "incredible ending". Gallipoli (1981) is set during World War 1 and tells the story of sprinters and friends Frank (played by Mel Gibson ) and Archy (Mark Lee) who join up to fight for the Australian Army.

They're sent to the Gallipoli peninsula to take on the Ottoman Empire, taking part in the Allies' disastrous Gallipoli campaign, led by Britain. The film, which is loosely based on historical events, is well known in Australia and offers a damning assessment of British officers' attitudes towards their Aussie allies. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENT

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