The AFFC looks to recover its investments. Chopper will most probably return the taxpayer a profit. One of the dilemmas for the AFFC is that Mark Read is one of the most successful authors in the country. There are many Australians who are fascinated by his story and want to read about it. The AFFC judged these taxpayers have a right to see this very dark side of Australian life portrayed on the screen as well.
Chopper is a technically well made film.
It is hard and gritty. There is a foreboding mood throughout this disturbing tale. Eric Bana gives an outstanding performance as Mark Brandon Read. Consistent with the behaviour of the film's subject, Chopper is offensively violent. There are scenes that are excruciating to watch.