Description |
xviii, 120 pages ; 21 cm |
Summary |
Examines the controversies surrounding Australian film studios, the forces of globalisation and the tensions between the cultural and industry imperatives. A timely study showing clearly what Australia, particularly Queensland and NSW stand to gain or lose |
Analysis |
Film industry |
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Foreign investment in Australia |
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Arts policy |
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Government expenditure |
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History |
Notes |
Australia is proud of its film industry. Government has invested millions. Our stars win Oscars. Are we receiving the benefits of our investment? Is our industry thriving? Or is it swamped by foreign 'runaway' productions from other people's film industries? Who controls the films we make? In a timely quest for answers, Nick Herd examines the controversies surrounding our film studios, the forces of globalisation and the tensions between the cultural and industry imperatives |
Bibliography |
Bibliography: pages 112-120 |
Subject |
Motion pictures -- Australia -- History.
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Motion pictures -- Production and direction -- Australia -- History.
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Author |
Currency House Inc
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Australian Writers' Foundation
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LC no. |
2004463539 |
ISBN |
0958121338 paperback |
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