The “Compulsive Playwright” provides you with a unique insight into the man and his work. His early experience, the problems of writing for film (Gallipoli), lecturing to students on the writing process, and rehearsing with the actors, are all part of this entertaining and informative video. This package has been designed for students of literature everywhere. It has a particular application for students studying senior English at Years 11 and 12 and tertiary institutions. Study guide included.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Previously on display
22 April 2019
ACMI Viewing Booths
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
300826
Language
English
Audience classification
Mediatheque - all ages (ACMI classified)
Subject categories
Archival, Cinemagazines & Newsreels
Archival, Cinemagazines & Newsreels → Archival materials
Archival, Cinemagazines & Newsreels → Interviews
Documentary → Documentary films - Australia
Literature → Australian literature
Literature → Williamson, David, 1942-
Music & Performing Arts → Williamson, David, 1942-
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
VHS; Access Print (Section 1)