This paper discusses Gallipoli, a major event of WWI battle between Allies & Turks and emphasizes poor planning, weak decision making, faulty command structure and overall meaningless tragedy of the campaign.
The unlikely and extraordinary friendship between Archy and Frank lies at the heart of the film. While Archy comes from a rural community that embodies the strength and endurance of the Australian outback, Frank represents the decadence and moral corruption of the city. Although Frank is initially resistant to the idea of enlisting in the war, he is inspired by Archy’s strength and idealism and decides to go to war with him. The archetypal pattern of a corrupted city individual who can only be redeemed by his noble friend from the bush recurs in many Australian films.