A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia (1988)
A documentary style drama depicting the life and times of one of Australia's greatest explorers. Matthew Flinders was the first man to circumnavigate the vast island continent known in the 18th century as New Holland. However few people are aware that he was also the first person to formally name it Australia.
Director: Antony J. Bowman
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 45 min
Release Date: January 1, 1988
Cast
- Edward Woodward - Narrator
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia about?
- A documentary style drama depicting the life and times of one of Australia's greatest explorers. Matthew Flinders was the first man to circumnavigate the vast island continent known in the 18th century as New Holland. However few people are aware that he was also the first person to formally name it Australia.
- Who directed A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia?
- A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia was directed by Antony J. Bowman.
- Who stars in A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia?
- A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia stars Edward Woodward.
- How long is A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia?
- A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).
- What genre is A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia?
- A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia is a Documentary film.
- Where was A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia produced?
- A Desperate Fortune: Matthew Flinders' Australia was produced in Australia.