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Millennium's Eve
On New Year's Eve 1999, a computer scientist skeptical of the Y2K doomsday fears must go door to door to fix the last bugged computers before midnight, meeting a crazy cast of characters with their own theories about the end times.
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Plot Summary
The film is a historical drama that unfolds in the Australian colony of New South Wales in 1899, on the eve of the new millennium. It follows the lives of several individuals as they navigate personal challenges and societal expectations against the backdrop of a changing era. The narrative explores themes of hope, ambition, and the dawn of a new century.
Critical Reception
Millennium's Eve received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise for its historical depiction and performances. Some critics found the pacing to be slow, while others appreciated its thoughtful exploration of the period.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its evocative portrayal of late 19th-century Australia.
Performances, especially by Richard Roxburgh, were noted as a strong point.
Some found the narrative a bit understated or slow-moving.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Original Music Score at the ARIA Awards.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) and was significant for its focus on Australian history at a pivotal moment of national identity formation.
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