Midnight Oil: 1984
“A vivid portrait of the era and the songs that embodied it.”
Synopsis
In 1984, Midnight Oil released their iconic record Red Sails in the Sunset. They embarked on a relentless tour around the nation performing raw and electrifying music that reignited the imagination of young Australians. That same year, their lead singer Peter Garrett committed to run for a Senate seat for the Nuclear Disarmament Party. With the mounting pressure of balancing the demands of music and politics this is the year that would make, but nearly break, Australia's most important rock and roll band. Thirty years in the making and featuring never seen before seen footage of the band on and off the stage, Midnight Oil: 1984 is the untold story of the year Australia’s most iconic rock band inspired the nation to believe in the power of music to change the world.
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Midnight Oil 1984 - Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2018-03-28
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Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$143K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ray Argall
- Original Title
- Midnight Oil: 1984
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Worldwide Gross
- $143K
- Production Studios
- Piccolo Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ray Argall
Ray Argall
Rachel Argall, Lucinda Clutterbuck
Department Leadership Roster
Ray Argall
Director
Rachel Argall
Producer
Ray Argall
Editor
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Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Midnight Oil: 1984 about?
In 1984, Midnight Oil released their iconic record Red Sails in the Sunset. They embarked on a relentless tour around the nation performing raw and electrifying music that reignited the imagination of young Australians. That same year, their lead singer Peter Garrett committed to run for a Senate seat for the Nuclear Disarmament Party. With the mounting pressure of balancing the demands of music and politics this is the year that would make, but nearly break, Australia's most important rock and roll band. Thirty years in the making and featuring never seen before seen footage of the band on and off the stage, Midnight Oil: 1984 is the untold story of the year Australia’s most iconic rock band inspired the nation to believe in the power of music to change the world.
Who directed Midnight Oil: 1984?
Midnight Oil: 1984 was directed by Ray Argall.
Who stars in Midnight Oil: 1984?
The principal cast of Midnight Oil: 1984 includes Peter Garrett, Rob Hirst, Jim Moginie, Martin Rotsey, Peter Gifford.
When was Midnight Oil: 1984 released and how long is it?
Midnight Oil: 1984 was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
How much did Midnight Oil: 1984 make at the box office?
Midnight Oil: 1984 grossed $143K in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Midnight Oil: 1984?
Midnight Oil: 1984 holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).