Congratulations go to Paul Condoleon who recently wrote and produced his first feature movie “Dealing with Destiny” with music contributed by his brother James Condoleon.
A great time was had by all who attended both the premiere night at Fox Studios and the later Kytherian Ladies Auxiliary screening at Hoyts, Broadway (see photos opposite).
The movie is a hilarious comedy about the escapades and mayhem caused by a group of university students during the last day of term, set against the wonderful gothic backdrop of Sydney University and featuring some zany students, a 1969 canary yellow Fiat sports coupe and some very attractive young women, and how one’s destiny can be shaped amidst all that chaos and humour.
In an interview with Greg King on www.filmreviews.net.au Paul Condoleon, who is a practicing GP, spoke of his ambition and dreams to be a filmmaker:
“I’ve always had a love of film, and I really embarked on this through a passion for doing this. My favourite films are the big epics, like Lawrence Of Arabia, Bridge On The River Kwai, Apocalypse Now, 2001:A Space Odyssey”.
Paul has been most generous, with all profits from the movie being donated to the variety Children’s Charity, which helps disadvantaged and children with special needs. According to repots, a substantial sum was raised for Variety.
The premiere proved to be a gala event with the actors and producers and director proud to be part of this film and sharing their experiences with the audience.
Paul saw this limited release through Hoyts and combining with a worthwhile charity as an opportunity to realize his dream and at the same time to give young actors a chance to appear on the big screen.
Paul Condoleon has enjoyed his first foray into the world of cinema. As he explained to Greg King:
“It’s been an enormous learning curve being my first production, and it’s that I’d absolutely love to do again. I’ve got some ideas for some future projects, but nothing set in concrete at the moment. But I consider this a first step.”
We wish Paul all the best in his future cinematic career.
George Vardas
