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
Release Date: January 17, 1969
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.