The Bradman Era (1982)

Documentary, Biography, Historical

Length: 48 minutes 40 seconds

Synopsis

Former test cricketer Bill O’Reilly recalls the test matches, mainly in the 1930s, with Don Bradman and other notable players. The documentary intercuts Bill O’Reilly’s interview with archival footage.

Curator’s notes

The documentary is more a record of cricket history than a biography. Cricket fans will find it informative.

Damien Parer, curator

Production company Albie Thoms Productions
Producer Albie Thoms
Executive producer Jack Egan
Director Albie Thoms
Written by Jack Egan

Acknowledgements

Cinesound-Movietone Productions Pty Limited owns all copyright which may subsist in the B&W archive footage in clip one.

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