Top five films by master Australian director Peter Weir

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Now is the perfect time to catch up on the best books, films, television shows, music and podcasts you might have missed. Here's a look at the five best films from master Australian filmmaker Peter Weir.

Gallipoli
Deeply moving World War I drama that is one of the great Australian films of any era. (Amazon Prime Video)

The Truman Show
Jim Carrey plays the unwitting star of a global TV show in a brilliantly prophetic comic drama. (Stan)

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Jim Carrey in The Truman Show.

Witness
Masterful thriller set in Amish country with Harrison Ford and Kelly McGillis. (Apple TV+)

Green Card
Underappreciated gem of a romantic comedy starring GĂ©rard Depardieu and Andie MacDowell. (Apple TV+).

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Robin Williams in Dead Poets Society.

Dead Poets Society
"O Captain! My Captain!" Robin Williams excels as an inspirational English teacher. (Apple TV+)