31 Dec 2021
Rescuing a Fantasy Classic
A comprehensive and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the restoration process of restoring 3-strip Cinerama for the 1962 film "The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm".
Animating Aeroplane Jelly
An episode in the life of pioneering Australian animator Eric Porter
A documentary about Australian animation pioneer Eric Porter’s work on the iconic Aeroplane Jelly animated promos of the 1940s and 1950s.
Top Billed Cast
Gaby Porter Self
Cam Ford Self (archive footage)
Ray Edmondson Self
Leroy De Costa Child
Anais De Costa Child
Barbara De Costa Mother
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