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The Star Theatre in Dimboola, Victoria hosted the world premiere of the 1979 film “Dimboola”, directed by John Duigan.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Movie Title: “Dimboola” / Director: John Duigan
Premiere Location: Star Theatre, Dimboola, Victoria
Year of Premiere: 1979

Film Background: The movie was based on a play of the same name. Filming Locations: The movie was shot in Dimboola, Jeparit, and Melbourne.

Budget: The budget was originally $420,000 but was reduced to $350,000 - Funding: $120,000 came from the Victorian Film Corporation, $75,000 from the New South Wales Film Corporation, $80,000 from Greater Union, and the rest from private investment

IN ITS heyday, Dimboola’s theatre was the hub of the Wimmera community. This is an historic building built in 1924.

Contributed by Greg Lynch - dimensional1@bigpond.com