The Dry marks Eric Bana s first lead role in an Australian movie in 13 years.
And with the local industry thriving amid the coronavirus pandemic, the 52-year-old actor felt the project was really special to be part of.
Speaking to Daily Mail Australia at the premiere in Sydney, Eric said he was excited to bring the best-selling novel to life without leaving the country.
Leading man: Eric Bana (pictured at the premiere of The Dry on Tuesday) has revealed he was excited to take on a lead role in an Australian movie for the first time in 13 years
The Dry was filmed across more than 20 regional towns in rural Victoria last year, before the coronavirus pandemic hit.