Billy and Percy
Clip 1: The job interview
1 min 56 sec
Taken from the TV program Billy and Percy (1974)
Original title classification PG – this clip chosen to be PG
Availability of the complete title
Curator’s clip description
A dramatised scene from the diary memories of Percy Deane (Harold Hopkins), who became secretary to Prime Minister WM Hughes (Martin Vaughan).
Curator’s notes
The clip shows a most unconventional job interview, and cleverly portrays something of the character of the two men.
There’s a lovely moment that captures the formality of office relationships in that era. Percy and the stenographer, who was to become his wife, say good evening at the end of a long day. This sweet gesture captures both the era and the personalities of the protagonists. Featuring great performances and assured directing, this is a terrific way to learn about history.
Janet Bell, curator
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