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National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
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National Film and Sound Archive

Christmas In Australia

1958

Christmas In Australia

1958

  • NFSA IDTDX4D7MA
  • TypeFilm
  • MediumMoving Image
  • FormDocumentary
  • Year1958

Christmas is celebrated in the middle of the Australian summer under a blazing sun. But even in the heat it is a season for traditional things; for family affairs and meeting with friends.

Christmas is celebrated in the middle of the Australian summer under a blazing sun. But even in the heat it is a season for traditional things; for family affairs and meeting with friends.

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  • Director
    Richard Mason
    Producer
    Jack S. Allan

  • Made by The Commonwealth Film Unit 1958. Directed by Richard Mason. This film shows various versions of an Australian Christmas Day from start to finish, from city to bush to beach. This is contrasted to celebrations in other countries.

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