Tony Buckley on Wake in Fright

Editor and producer Tony Buckley interviewed by Martha Ansara.

In this clip Tony talks about editing the groundbreaking and revered film Wake in Fright (Ted Kotcheff, 1971).

He discusses the inspiring vision of Canadian director Ted Kotcheff, and how it pushed him to ever greater heights in his astounding editing work.  

Tony’s involvement in the Australian TV and film industry stretches back to the 1950s, and includes roles as an editor and producer.

Editor credits include The Age of Consent (Michael Powell, UK-Australia, 1969), Adam’s Woman (Philip Leacock, 1970) and Wake in Fright.

Producer credits include Caddie (Donald Crombie, 1976), The Killing of Angel Street (Donald Crombie, 1981) and Bliss (Ray Lawrence, 1985).