Brian McFarlane Libri

Nominated for the 2004/2005 Red Cedar Book Awards, this nonfiction work captivates young readers with its engaging storytelling and informative content. It explores themes relevant to youth, encouraging curiosity and critical thinking. The book is designed to educate while entertaining, making it a valuable addition to any young reader's collection. Its recognition by a prestigious award highlights its quality and appeal in the realm of children's literature.

Adventure unfolds as Peter's friend, Tony the Zamboni, yearns for excitement and goes missing. Joined by referee George Phair, Peter embarks on a quest to find Tony, who has joined a race at the speedway. Just as Peter catches up, they face challenges from two unscrupulous drivers that jeopardize their chances. The story explores themes of friendship, determination, and the thrill of competition as they strive to stay in the race and return to the arena in time for the big game.

Brian McFarlane's passion for storytelling began before he turned ten, fueled by a fascination with films that were often out of reach. This early obsession evolved into a lifelong desire to not only watch but also write about movies. Over the next sixty years, his experiences and insights into cinema shaped his identity and career, reflecting a deep connection to the art of film and its narratives.

The book offers a comprehensive analysis of Michael Winterbottom, a leading figure in British cinema known for his diverse and critically acclaimed body of work. It explores his versatility across various genres, including road movies, literary adaptations, musicals, and politically charged narratives. Additionally, it highlights the impact of his production company, Revolution Films, on global cinema, showcasing Winterbottom's significant contributions to the film industry.

The remarkable Battle of Britain experiences of Spitfire pilot Brian Lane, DFC.

The development of Australian cinema is explored through its interaction with Hollywood and British films from the 1940s and 1950s. The book examines how these external influences shaped the local film industry, highlighting key trends, themes, and shifts in filmmaking practices during this transformative period.

This book examines twenty major British films from a seventy-year time span, offering a lively account of what has made them valuable and provocative over many viewings. -- .

Not many can boast of careers that lasted successfully for nearly 70 years, but that is what was achieved by Australian actors Googie Withers and John McCallum. Withers acted everything, from brazen murderesses to Lady Bracknell, as well as a broad range of everyman characters, such as blonde nitwits, wartime Resistance workers, lady farmers, and Shakespearean women. McCallum not only performed memorably in all the acting media, but he was also a pioneer producer in Australian television, sending the popular series Skippy the Bush Kangaroo into the far corners of the world. He was also the managing director of a huge theatrical firm, a film director, a playwright, and an author. Just as remarkable was their 62-year marriage, not all that common in the entertainment world, and the way their marriage succeeded is as fascinating as their varied and prolific careers. There were plenty of disagreements along the way, but underlying all was their profound respect for each other's work and a kind of love that was essentially complementary. Together, in professional and personal matters alike, Googie Withers and John McCallum were an unbeatable combination

This book explores the legacies of David Lean's Brief Encounter, tracing the classic film's influence on cinema, television, literature and more. -- .

Fred Schepisi is one of the crucial names associated with the revival of the Australian film industry in the 1970s. The Films of Fred Schepisi traces the lead-up to his critical successes in feature filmmaking, via his earlier award-winning success as a producer in advertising commercials in the 1960s and the setting up of his own company.