Australia's first ever Duke of Ed Gold Level achiever, Michael Dillon AM, has over the years applied his passion for adventure and the outdoors to his career as an internationally acclaimed, multi award winning adventure filmmaker. His latest film, The Great White Whale, will be screened across Australia and New Zealand throughout October and November.
Witness the epic struggle to climb Big Ben - Australia's highest and loneliest mountain. A tale told with quirky humour by those who were there, backed up with their beautifully shot archival footage. We can't wait to see it!
Screening dates and times are available via the link below. If you plan on going, try and catch a session that includes a special Q&A event with Michael:
https://michaeldillonfilms.com.au/featured-content/the-great-white-whale/
"The Duke of Ed gave me a great gift - a love of outdoor adventuring. I have managed to make a career out of it and am forever grateful." (Michael Dillon AM, Filmmaker and the first Australian to complete the Duke of Ed Gold Level)
📸: Michael Dillon
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