This short romantic docudrama was made in the year after World War II and begins by showing troops returning home and what “freedom” means to them and the women waiting for them after the horrors of war. A nationalistic film, with commentary about the future Bill and his girl Sue had planned before Bill was called off to war - symbolic of a nation with a great future. Set in the scenic beauty of the Blue Mountains and the colorful hustle bustle of Sydney. Featuring John Temple and Coralie Kelly as the lovers, and commentary by Robert Pollard.
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
312463
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Blue Mountains (N.S.W.)
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → National characteristics, Australian
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Sydney (N.S.W.) - Decription and travel
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → Soldiers - Australia
Armed Forces, Military, War & Weapons → World War, 1939-1945 - Australia
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → National characteristics, Australian
History → Australia - History - 1945-1965
History → Sydney (N.S.W.) - History
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Black and White
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)