Three journalists, Charles Bean, Ellis Ashmead Bartlett and Phillip Schuler, arrive at Gallipoli with the invading British and Allied troops in 1915. They will report the war but are prevented from getting out the true story of an unfolding disaster. From encampment in Cairo to Anzac Cove to the evacuation, this is the story of journalists who will not accept that truth be the first casualty. This is the story of the men who will not shut up. The actions of these men will help change the course of the campaign, ensure that a strategic disaster becomes a legend of human heroism, and leave an impregnable mark on each of their lives.
This three-part miniseries follows the experiences of four young Australian journalists as they attempt to cover the ill-fated Gallipoli campaign during World War I. Driven by a desire for truth and facing immense pressure, they navigate censorship, military bureaucracy, and the horrific realities of war to send their dispatches home.
Deadline Gallipoli was generally well-received for its powerful portrayal of the human cost of war and the journalists' struggle for factual reporting amidst propaganda. Critics praised its performances, direction, and historical accuracy in depicting a pivotal moment in Australian history.
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Won the AACTA Award for Best Telefeature or Miniseries in 2015.
The miniseries was filmed on location in Victoria, Australia, with significant efforts made to recreate the historical settings and atmosphere of the WWI era.
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