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Works explorer

Is this the job for me? No. 4. Making engines

United Kingdom, 1950
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Shows the range of jobs in heavy engineering production of boilers, locomotives etc. Stresses the need for craftsmanship and training in this industry.

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Boys in the age of machines

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Study in steel

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There's always a better way. No. 2

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Power, people and progress

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Man is a builder

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ACMI would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waterways of greater Melbourne, the people of the Kulin Nation, and recognise that ACMI is located on the lands of the Wurundjeri people. We recognise the connection of First Peoples to their Country and that Treaty marks a renewed relationship grounded in truth-telling, self‑determination and respect. We also acknowledge First Nations people as the original storytellers of this land and celebrate their significant contribution to the contemporary moving image.