Hugh Jackman talks about his experience with skin cancer in a new documentary.

Australia has a reputation for being the skin cancer capital of the world, but a new documentary featuring famous faces is aiming to change that. Titled "Conquering Skin Cancer," the film showcases celebrities like Hugh Jackman and Cate Campbell, along with survivors, who all share powerful messages about prevention.

The country's obsession with tanning has resulted in heartache and trauma for countless individuals. In a clip from the documentary, Campbell emphasizes, "Australia is the world champion of skin cancer. This is not a title that we want." With a staggering statistic of one person dying every four minutes from the disease in Australia, and the country holding 10% of the world's melanoma population, it's clear that something needs to change.

Filmmaker Mike Hill traveled around the country to speak with survivors, experts, and advocates, in an effort to shift our mindset towards the sun. "Two out of every three Australians will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, and that is a concerning statistic," Hill shared with 9News. He also enlisted the help of some big names, including media personality Deborah Hutton and Hollywood star Hugh Jackman, who both open up about their own experiences with the disease in the film.

Jackman recalls feeling scared upon receiving his diagnosis, while Cancer Council WA's Ashley Reid shares his own personal story of having a melanoma removed from his calf three years ago. "As someone who talks about skin cancer every day, it was a shock to be the one dealing with it," Reid shares in the documentary. Surfing WA chief executive Mark Lane, who has battled skin cancer four times, also makes an appearance in the film. "I'm six years into this journey and still have a ways to go," he tells 9News. "But getting a half-hour skin check-up is much easier than what I've had to endure over the last six years."

"Conquering Skin Cancer" will be released in cinemas on November 20, and aims to raise awareness and encourage people to prioritize their skin health. As the film's tagline says, "A half-hour check-up could save your life." Stay updated on all the latest news, sport, politics, and weather with the 9News app, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

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