Australia: An Unofficial History
Season 1
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Network: SBS
Season aired: 2025-03-04
Overview
Delves into a forgotten vault of Australian government films, unearthing a kaleidoscopic vision of Australia in the 1970s, a decade of political and social change.
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Episodes · 3
Cracks in the Facade
Explores films from the 1970s to tell the story of Australia as never seen before.
Between Hope and Reality
Amid a period of significant political and social change, Australian filmmakers uncover a stark contrast between the nation's progressive aspirations and the real lives of its people.
Rising Voices
The late 1970s marks a shift in Australian cinema, mirroring broader societal changes. This period sees an influx of diverse filmmakers, including women, Indigenous artists and LGBTQ+ activists, who utilise film's potential for social progress.
