Dad and Dave: On Our Selection

Dad and Dave On Our Selection is an Australian comedy film, based on the characters and writings of author Steele Rudd. It is set in late nineteenth century colonial Queensland, but largely filmed in Braidwood, New South Wales. The stories of the Rudds have been previously adapted for radio, television and film this film is a remake of a silent film from 1920. Geoffrey Atherden would contribute to the screenplay. The film featured wellknown actors like Ray Barrett and Barry Otto. Dad and Mum Rudd were played by veteran actor Leo McKern and opera singer Dame Joan Sutherland in her first feature film role. The theme music was sung by Australian country musician John Williamson.

Finally tired of local corruption and the harshness of his life, Dad Rudd decides to run for State Parliament.The movie was made to honour Australias centenary of film and cinema. Despite a cast of wellknown actors and actresses, it was not well received. ........

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