What defines Australia? For some people it might be the things we enjoy, like Vegemite and a good Australian beer. For others they are the traits we all seem to possess, such as Mateship, Aussie Battler or Larrikinism. For me these are all aspects of Australia; However, it's not uniquely Australian products like vegemite and beer that make Australia what it is today, it's simply the things that go hand in hand with the true Australian identity. Australian Film Festival Good Morning/Afternoon Panel. The film I chose to be considered for the Australian Film Festival is Charlie and Boots, a 2009 Australian film directed by Dean Murphy. I wouldn't say the movie is the best I've ever seen. However, it uniquely depicts the lifestyle of the Australian Larrikin, and due to this portrayal, it should be included in the Australian film festival. Viewers who enjoy a good laugh with a serious undertone will enjoy this film. The film begins on their 45th wedding anniversary, Charlie and Grace McFarland, dancing lovingly among their family and friends. Suddenly Grace collapses, tragically struck by a fatal stroke. When "Boots", Charlie's youngest son, from whom he has largely become estranged in recent years, begins to worry about his father's well-being. Boots decides to keep a promise he made as a child. Travel 3000 miles to the northernmost tip of Australia, Cape York. Charlie and Boots are classic, stereotypical Australians: laid-back, vulgar, bogan-looking guys. Although Charlie was reluctant to go on the trip and despite his best efforts to escape, the trip takes an unexpected turn and the two end up seeing some of Australia's most beautiful sights and landscapes... halfway through the paper. .....sounds the alarm and alerts the boyfriend to what they are doing. They quickly grab the guitar, jump back into their Holden Kingswood and drive away with Jess in the backseat waving at her boyfriend and laughing with the two men. This is a true portrayal of Australian larrikins as they have just done something against the law, but still have the ability to laugh about it. The film Charlie and Boots is a great portrayal of the Australian trait, larrikinism. This is shown through the characters' actions, speeches, and interactions. The Australian Larrikin's ability to have a good laugh despite what is happening around them is one of the best qualities an Australian can have. It is through this film that I believe larrikinism has been portrayed perfectly and this is why this film should be included in the Australian Film Festival 2014.