Australian setting

He transforms Australian landscapes and culture into visually stunning narratives, most notably in *Australia* and *Strictly Ballroom*, celebrating the country's unique identity.

His *Mad Max* franchise is deeply rooted in Australian desert mythology and outback aesthetics, becoming iconic representations of the Australian landscape.

Works like *The Piano* and *Top of the Lake* explore the rugged beauty and isolation of Oceania's natural settings as integral to storytelling.