The Last Man Hanged: Pedigree for a hanging

Title:
The Last Man Hanged: Pedigree for a hanging
NFSA ID
304641
Year
1993
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Ronald Ryan was the last man hanged in Australia. Narration and black-and-white stills tell the story of his upbringing and early life. He came from an impoverished family, brought up by his widowed mother. His wife, Dorothy Pirois recalls their first meeting and Ronald’s heavy gambling after they were married. Peter Walker, fellow escapee, recalls Ryan as an ordinary bloke. Ryan’s lawyer, Dr. Philip Opas QC says he liked his client.

Summary by Damien Parer