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Publicity still, Australian Women's Weekly, 28 June 1961, p.71S
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Adaptation of The New Surf Club Claire Meillon , 1959 single work novel
Issue Details: First known date: 1961... 1961 Bungala Boys
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'Tony Wakeford [is] a selfish and carefree youngster, eager to have all the advantages of membership of the new little surf club, Bungala, formed by his brother, Brian, but unwilling to accept its responsibilities. His transformation into a responsible and valuable member of the club is the story of the film.'

Source:

Dolly Baverstock, 'Young Stars Shine in Surf Club Film', Australian Women's Weekly, 28 June 1961, p.69S.

Notes

  • According to contemporary newspaper reports,

    "Bungala Boys"' is the first Australian non-documentary feature film to be made in wide-screen color which has surf clubs and surf club members as the theme of its story.

    Source:

    Dolly Baverstock, 'Young Stars Shine in Surf Club Film', Australian Women's Weekly, 28 June 1961, pp.69S-71S. (Includes publicity stills.)

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