Hell Fire Jack: The John Curtin Story
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Synopsis
A graphic, compelling and factual account of the life of John Joseph Curtin, one of Australia's greatest leaders. This documentary traces Curtin's life from his birth in 1885, through his 'hell fire' youth, his problem with alcohol, his early chequered political career, to the highest position in the nation. All the drama of Curtin's wartime leadership unfolds as he battles to save Australia from Japanese invasion. Narrated by Leo McKern.
Details
- John Boland
- April 30, 1985
- Released
- Australia, United Kingdom
- John Boland and Associates
- 1h 34m
Where to watch
No known streaming options in United States.
Cast
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Leo McKernNarrator -
Weston BateHimself (Historian & Author)
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Anne ScottHerself (Creswick Historian)
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Len WilliamsHimself (Mining Historian)
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James McInerneyHimself (Creswick Historian)
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Les BarnesHimself (Brunswick Historian)
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Lloyd RossHimself (Curtin Biographer)
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F. AlexanderHimself (Australian Historian)
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K. E. BeazleyHimself (Former M.H.R. Fremantle) -
Harold WhiteHimself
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Manning ClarkHimself (Historian & Author)
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Norman MakinHimself (Minister in Curtin’s Cabinet) (archive footage)
