The life and career of Duigan, a man with a rich and diverse history.
Born to an Australian father, Duigan emigrated to Australia in 1961, a move that would shape his future and influence his work.
As a young man, Duigan studied at Melbourne University, graduating in 1973 with a Master's degree in Philosophy. This academic background would serve him well in his future endeavors as an actor, director, and writer.
During his time at university, Duigan was actively involved in the theatre, acting and directing extensively. He also appeared in a number of short films, laying the groundwork for his future career in the film industry.
Duigan's early success as a director came with films such as "Mouth to Mouth," "Winter of Our Dreams," and the multi-award winning mini-series "Vietnam." His work was recognized with numerous awards, including the Jury Prize at the Australian Film Institute Awards and the Australian Writers' Guild award for Best Screenplay.
In the 1980s, Duigan continued to make a name for himself with films such as "The Year My Voice Broke" and "Flirting," both of which won Best Picture at the AFI Awards. He also worked on a number of other projects, including the film "Winter of Our Dreams," which was entered into the 13th Moscow International Film Festival.
In the 1990s, Duigan continued to work in Australia, directing films such as "Sirens," which won Best Film at the St. Petersburg Film Festival. He also began working internationally, directing films in the United States, Europe, and Canada.
Some of Duigan's notable films from this period include "Romero," which starred Raul Julia and won the Humanitas Award, and "Lawn Dogs," which won numerous prizes in European festivals. He also directed "The Leading Man," a film based on a screenplay by his sister Virginia, and "The Parole Officer," starring Steve Coogan.
In the 2000s, Duigan continued to work on a variety of projects, including the film "Head in the Clouds," which starred Charlize Theron and Penelope Cruz and won four Genie Awards in Canada. He also took time off from the film industry to work on a book about secular ethics.
In recent years, Duigan has returned to Australia to direct films such as "Careless Love," which was released in 2011/12. Throughout his career, Duigan has been recognized with numerous awards and nominations, and has established himself as a respected and accomplished filmmaker.
