'Australian Story is produced by ABC Television’s News division with staff working from offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide. The program employs a documentary style storytelling approach and uses a narration free format. Our half hour films feature interviews and actuality but do not use reporter voiceovers. ' (Production abstract)
True Grit
Australia
:
ABC Television
,
2016
9310490
2016
single work
film/TV
'International rugby union star David Pocock and his partner Emma take Australian Story back to his homeland Zimbabwe where, as a child, dramatic events shaped the passion that drives him both on and off the field.
'At 27, David Pocock made headlines around the world for his stand-out performances with the Wallabies during the 2015 Rugby World Cup.
'He's just as widely known for his commitment to effecting social and environmental change in Australia and Africa.
'It's now fifteen years since the Pococks fled their farm in Zimbabwe. That trauma has left a lasting impact on them all.
'In this television exclusive, David Pocock and his family share their rich archive of home movies, and speak candidly about their journey to become Australians.' (Publication summary)
Australia : ABC Television , 2016
