The American Poet's Visit (1969)

Based on a story by Frank Moorhouse, this is a satire on left intellectual manners in Sydney at the time. Moorhouse's story was in turn based on an actual event, a party thrown by members of the Sydney Push for visiting American poet Kenneth Rexroth.

Director: Michael Thornhill
Runtime: 16 min
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Country: Australia
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The American Poet's Visit about?
Based on a story by Frank Moorhouse, this is a satire on left intellectual manners in Sydney at the time. Moorhouse's story was in turn based on an actual event, a party thrown by members of the Sydney Push for visiting American poet Kenneth Rexroth.
Who directed The American Poet's Visit?
The American Poet's Visit was directed by Michael Thornhill.
How long is The American Poet's Visit?
The American Poet's Visit has a runtime of 16m (16 minutes).
Where was The American Poet's Visit produced?
The American Poet's Visit was produced in Australia.