Romulus, My Father

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Romulus, My Father is a biographical memoir, first published in 1998, by Australian philosopher Raimond Gaita, which details the life of his father, Romulus Gaita. It was the recipient of the 1998 Victorian Premier's Literary Award.

The memoir is currently being adapted into a film directed by Richard Roxburgh and starring Eric Bana in the title role.

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Eric Bana, Franka Potente, Marton Csokas, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Russell Dykstra, Jacek Koman

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ROMULUS, MY FATHER is based on Raimond Gaita's critically acclaimed memoir. It tells the story of Romulus, his beautiful but promiscuous wife, Christina, and their struggle in the face of great adversity to bring up their son, Raimond. It is a story of impossible love that ultimately celebrates the unbreakable bond between father and son.

Developed with director Richard Roxburgh over seven years, ROMULUS, MY FATHER has been adapted for the screen by poet and playwright, Nick Drake. It is both Richard and Nick's first feature film, and is produced by leading Australian production company, Arenafilm.

Richard Roxburgh is best known as an actor and theatre director. His adaptation of Tim Winton's THAT EYE THE SKY is still regarded as one of the triumphs of Australian theatre.