Question 1

Which American star was considered to play Robert O'Hara Burke?

Accepted Answer

Charlton Heston was considered for the role of Robert O'Hara Burke, but it was ultimately played by Australian actor Jack Thompson.

Question 2

What was the budget of Burke & Wills and why was it notable?

Accepted Answer

The budget was around $9.3 million Australian dollars, making it the most expensive Australian film ever produced at the time.

Question 3

Which actors from Burke & Wills had recently starred in films set in India?

Accepted Answer

Greta Scacchi starred in Heat and Dust (1983) and Nigel Havers in A Passage to India (1984).

Question 4

What is the synopsis of Burke & Wills?

Accepted Answer

A story based on true events about two explorers on a doomed journey trying to cross Australia on foot in the 19th century.

Question 5

Which festival was Burke & Wills presented at?

Accepted Answer

The film was presented at the Cannes Film Festival in 1986.

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