Geoffrey Rush and Jack Charles

BASTARDY had its World Premiere at the Melbourne International Film Festival on Saturday night to a sell out crowd. The film was brilliantly received with a three minute standing ovation as Jack, Amiel and Pip made their way on stage for a passionate Q/A. The Q/A wrapped up with a truly moving appearance by local Koorie musician Kutcha Edwards who announced to the crowd that he had recently discovered he was actually a blood relative of Jack’s. After many tears and hugs the film-makers and crowd ended up at the after party where Jack was also reunited with his old acting peer Geoffrey Rush. A stunning night.