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There’s No Escape – The Story of Powderfinger’s Internationalist

There’s No Escape – The Story of Powderfinger’s Internationalist

2018
Documentary Music
27 min
7 / 10
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On the 20 year anniversary of the release of Powderfinger's seminal hit album, Internationalist, the band reflects on the creation of the record that rocketed them to fame.

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Marty Moynihan
Starring
Bernard Fanning / Darren Middleton / Ian Haug / John Collins / Jon Coghill / Tim Rogers / Paul Dempsey / Clint Hyndman

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

reflective nostalgic insightful celebratory candid earnest engaging heartfelt commemorative appreciative intimate

Reviews

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Seraphina Khan
Apr 11, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This documentary offers a compelling anniversary tribute to Powderfinger's 'Internationalist,' a record that remains etched in the Australian musical consciousness. Through the reflections of Bernard Fanning, Darren Middleton, Ian Haug, John Collins, and Jon Coghill, we gain a…

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Liam O'Connell
Apr 11, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

Powderfinger's 'Internationalist' is undeniably a landmark album, and this film attempts to capture the spirit of its creation on its 20th anniversary. The band members, including Bernard Fanning, offer their recollections, detailing the process behind the record that…

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Isobel Davies
Apr 11, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'There's No Escape – The Story of Powderfinger's Internationalist' is a masterclass in band documentaries, eschewing sensationalism for genuine insight. The film allows Bernard Fanning, Darren Middleton, Ian Haug, John Collins, and Jon Coghill to dissect their most…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 11, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This documentary revisits the making of Powderfinger's 'Internationalist' with a commendable focus on the band's own narrative. Bernard Fanning and his bandmates recount the period leading up to and during the recording, providing context for the album's immense…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 11, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

Twenty years on, 'There's No Escape – The Story of Powderfinger's Internationalist' offers a welcome, introspective look at the creation of an album that defined a generation of Australian music. The band members, Bernard Fanning, Darren Middleton, Ian…

FAQs

While dedicated fans will undoubtedly cherish the deep dive into 'Internationalist,' the film's focus on the creative process and the stories behind iconic songs offers broader appeal. Anyone interested in the evolution of Australian rock music or the dynamics of a band navigating fame will find value in the band members' reflections.