Mum's the word

Australia, 1982

Film
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Looks at three single mothers living on social security benefits or pensions and how they maintain their family lives. These women raise fundamental questions about single parenthood and the Australian social security system.

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Credits

editor

Sarah Gibson

producer/director

Carol Kostanich

production company

Rose Street Films

Sydney Filmmakers Co-operative

Duration

00:23:43:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1982

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