

Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: No, unless you are a dedicated film historian or an obsessive fan of Australian cultural heritage. This film is for those who enjoy excavating the roots of national identity through media, but it is definitely not for anyone who requires a coherent plot or modern product...


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J.E. Ward

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"Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: No, unless you are a dedicated film historian or an obsessive fan of Australian cultural heritage. This film is for those who enjoy excavating the roots of national identity through media, but it is definitely not for anyone who requires a coherent plot or modern production values.The film exists as a fascinating, albeit clunky, time capsule of a young nation finding its voice. It lacks the polish of contemporary American silents like The Ghost of..."
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