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1 8 form y separately published work icon Brazen Hussies Catherine Dwyer , ( dir. Catherine Dwyer ) Australia : Film Camp Brazen Hussies Film Pty Ltd. , 2020 20347482 2020 single work film/TV

'BRAZEN HUSSIES introduces contemporary audiences to the Australian second wave feminists, who declared war on 'male chauvinism', traditional sex roles and demanded that women be set free from the 'chains of femininity'. This feature documentary traces how the Australian Women's Liberation Movement was born amidst the tumultuous politics of the 1960s, influenced by the anti-war, anti-imperialist, and civil rights movements worldwide. The film combines a treasure trove of startling archive footage with interviews from key activists from around Australia.

'From its first stirrings in Brisbane in 1965 to its controversial incursions into the Whitlam government from 1973 to 1975, the film shows how women began organising around issues such as equal pay, reproductive rights, affordable childcare, and the prevention of family violence and rape. As the story unfolds, these issues go from being dismissed as the outrageous demands of a few "brazen hussies'' to becoming crucial elements on the platforms of Australia's major political parties.

'From the radical arm of the 'Women's Libbers' to the reform-focused groups such as the Women's Electoral Lobby, BRAZEN HUSSIES shows the diversity of women involved, and the collective power it took to achieve change. The film explores how ASIO spied on the movement, the pushback by the male-dominated media, and the impact of internal struggles within the movement. Tensions emerge over the inclusion of lesbians and the relevance of the movement to Aboriginal women. These struggles are laid bare to show how the activities of a small group of determined women grew into a huge social movement and ultimately changed the lives and opportunities of ALL women.

'By going back in time, BRAZEN HUSSIES reveals how the changes demanded by these women 50 years ago, have paved the way for where feminism finds itself today. While the landscape, breadth and diversity of feminism is vastly different today - without this movement and the changes it achieved, we wouldn't be where we are now. Recording and celebrating this important history, offers a valuable opportunity to reassess and discuss where we are at as a society, what gains have been made, what is at risk and where we are headed. While the struggle is far from over, women and girls today will be inspired by the pioneering efforts of those who came before them and changed the world forever.' (Production summary)
1 1 form y separately published work icon The Leunig Fragments Kasimir Burgess , ( dir. Kasimir Burgess ) Australia : Film Camp , 2019 18771898 2019 single work film/TV

'A revealing documentary portrait of Michael Leunig: Australian cartoonist, writer, painter, philosopher, poet, and playful provocateur.' (Production summary)
1 5 form y separately published work icon Galore Rhys Graham , ( dir. Rhys Graham ) Australia : Film Camp , 2013 Z1912342 2013 single work film/TV 'Billie and Laura, two reckless teenage best friends, share everything, except for Billie's biggest secret: she's crazy in love with Laura's boyfriend.' (Source: Screen Australia)
2 25 form y separately published work icon Bastardy Amiel Courtin-Wilson , ( dir. Amiel Courtin-Wilson ) Australia : Film Camp , 2008 Z1591290 2008 single work film/TV

'Provocative, funny and profoundly moving, Bastardy is the inspirational story of a self proclaimed Robin Hood of the streets.

'For forty years and with infectious humour and optimism, Jack Charles has juggled a life of crime with another successful career - acting.

'Since founding the first Aboriginal theatre company in the 1970's, Jack has performed with Australia's most renowned actors (Geoffrey Rush, David Gulpillil, Bill Hunter) and directors in feature films (The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith, Bedevil and Blackfellas) TV series and hundreds of plays.

'Filmmaker Amiel Courtin-Wilson follows Jack over seven years - gradually blurring the line between director and accomplice as Jack continually traverses the criminal and acting worlds.

'However, the law finally catches up with Jack and when he faces a jail sentence he might not survive, he is forced to decide if he can go straight for the first time in his life.

'Bastardy is the story of one man's journey into the light. (From the Siren Visual website.)
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