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From an origin that promised so much, the Australian film production industry faced new challenges from abroad which ultimately proved to be more than they could cope with. Unfortunately very few films from then now survive.

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Charles Chauvel ...
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Joan Long

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Joan Long ... (writer)

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Frank Bagnall ... producer

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The 1920's proved to be a time of much activity in the Australian film industry, however even then the quota system was showing little sign of being effective. Unfortunately less than a third of the productions made in this decade survive to today. Written by Chris (Asgardian) from Adelaide, South Australia

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Trivia This film is one part of a three part series entitled 'The History of Australian Cinema'. See more »

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