We acknowledge Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live and give respect to their Elders, past and present.

Read our Statement of Reflection
Skip to main content
National Film and Sound Archive
National Film and Sound Archive
National Film and Sound Archive

Hugo Weaving on Sgt Farrat in 'The Dressmaker'

2019

Hugo Weaving on Sgt Farrat in 'The Dressmaker'

2019

    In an exclusive interview with the NFSA, Hugo Weaving discusses the evolution of his character from The Dressmaker (2015), the local police officer – Sergeant Farrat.

    Weaving describes the way in which the costumes worn by him play a large part in visually representing Farrat's transformation in the film.

    Courtesy of

    In an exclusive interview with the NFSA, Hugo Weaving discusses the evolution of his character from The Dressmaker (2015), the local police officer – Sergeant Farrat.

    Weaving describes the way in which the costumes worn by him play a large part in visually representing Farrat's transformation in the film.

    Courtesy of
      Industry professional? Go Pro

      Need to license this item? A/V professionals and researchers can shortlist licensing enquiries via our NFSA Pro catalogue search and membership.

      Get started with PRO

      Collections to explore

      • Start your own collection

        A free Your Stuff account allows you to save, organise and share your favourite videos, audio and stories.

      More in Stories+

      Personalized your experience

      Save, create and share

      With NFSA Your Stuff