| Reference Type |
chapter
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| Title |
Metro Magazine |
| Chapter/Web article title |
Part 4. From 'A Tale From F.J Holden To' 'The Making of the FJ Holden |
| Author(s) | Terry Hayes |
| State |
Unknown |
| Country |
Australia |
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| Citation Date |
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| Page Number |
88-97 |
| Comments |
Terry Hayesâ article on the F.J. Holden is extremely in depth and he shows a genuine love love for the film, directed by Michael Thornhill. He draws great significance to Michael Thornhillâs career and his writing goes as far to suggest that âThe F.J. Holdenâ had as strong influence on the Australian film industry. In saying so, Hayes makes note of Thornhill trying to be different to anyone else in the film industry. Creating a lot of attention within the media for his antics surrounding the films production, Thornhillâs actions are referred to by Hayes as âan inordinate amount of pre-distribution publicity in the media, with much of it focused on a fascination with the many 'personas' of Thornhill himself. There were other reasons for the publicity. One was Thornhill's decision to cast nonprofessionals in the young people's roles, including the leads. Another was the controversy created by its schizoid rating. The Commonwealth censor gave it an R rating.â To a great extent, the article draws on Thornhillâs constant attempts to propel the Australian film industry, citing Thornhillâs belief that subsidization, through grants and tax incentives, is critical to the wellbeing and development of the Australian film industry. Hayes supports an unbiased opinion towards the films success by considering its negative criticism as well as its glowing accolades. However, he firmly states that a common belief that most critics bagged the movie is an urban myth. |
| Synopsis |
The author features the 1977 Australian film "The FJ Holden," starring Eva Dickinson and Paul Couzens, directed by Michael Thornhill. He discusses the making of the film which produced an inordinate amount of pre-distribution publicity in the media. After reappraising the film, the author makes clear why this film has acquired both a cult following and critical respect. |
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