Oscar-nominated movie Lion dominated the 2017 Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (Aacta) awards on Wednesday, winning best film and each of its competing categories. The film’s producer, Angie Fielder, acknowledged the ongoing issue of sexual harassment and assault in the screen industry.
Top of the Lake: China Girl won four Aacta awards including best television drama series.
“Hopefully this marks a time of change and it’s really encouraging to see the industry taking a stand …
Lion, which tells the true story of Indian-Australian Saroo Brierley’s search for his childhood home, picked up five awards on the night including best film and best director for Garth Davis.