Story of a City (1945)
The film illustrates the fact that Australia's Newcastle, like its British counterpart, has developed into a large city but still retains its essential mining atmosphere. The great steel industry which feeds on its black gold is shown in full blast. But the film reaches beyond coal, steel and the activity of a great port into the lives of the people of Newcastle. It covers not only the mines and the mills but moves into the dwelling and working places and the natural beauty of their surroundings where they find their pleasures.
Director: Shan Benson
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 15 min
Release Date: December 12, 1945
Production: Australian Department of Information, Australian Commonwealth Film Unit
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Story of a City about?
- The film illustrates the fact that Australia's Newcastle, like its British counterpart, has developed into a large city but still retains its essential mining atmosphere. The great steel industry which feeds on its black gold is shown in full blast. But the film reaches beyond coal, steel and the activity of a great port into the lives of the people of Newcastle. It covers not only the mines and the mills but moves into the dwelling and working places and the natural beauty of their surroundings where they find their pleasures.
- Who directed Story of a City?
- Story of a City was directed by Shan Benson.
- How long is Story of a City?
- Story of a City has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
- What genre is Story of a City?
- Story of a City is a Documentary film.
- Where was Story of a City produced?
- Story of a City was produced in Australia.