Hell Fire Jack: The John Curtin Story

1985Directed by John Boland

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Released: April 30, 1985
Runtime: 1h 34m

About Hell Fire Jack: The John Curtin Story

Documentary

Synopsis

A graphic, compelling and factual account of the life of John Joseph Curtin, one of Australia's greatest leaders. This documentary traces Curtin's life from his birth in 1885, through his 'hell fire' youth, his problem with alcohol, his early chequered political career, to the highest position in the nation. All the drama of Curtin's wartime leadership unfolds as he battles to save Australia from Japanese invasion. Narrated by Leo McKern.

Director: John Boland

Principal cast

In billing order

Leo McKernNarrator
Weston BateHimself (Historian & Author)
Anne ScottHerself (Creswick Historian)
Len WilliamsHimself (Mining Historian)
James McInerneyHimself (Creswick Historian)
Les BarnesHimself (Brunswick Historian)

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