My Brilliant Career

"My Brilliant Career" is a 1979 Australian drama film directed by Gillian Armstrong. The film tells the story of a young woman named Sybylla who dreams of a life beyond her rural upbringing in Australia. She struggles with societal expectations, particularly regarding marriage and love, as she navigates her desires for independence and self-determination. The film explores themes of gender, class, and personal ambition in a coming-of-age narrative set in late 19th century Australia.