Oils on the Water
Synopsis
On January 13th 1985, Midnight Oil performed the Oils on the Water concert on Goat Island, Sydney, to celebrate radio Triple-J's tenth birthday, before a select crowd of 400 (half competition winners and half staff, media and friends, though other fans swam across). The concert was simulcast live on ABC TV and Triple J radio, released on video, then later remastered as part of the 2004 Best of Both Worlds DVD set. Oils on the Water was a classic Midnight Oil performance and setting with the band in fine high-energy form, caught in the light of the setting sun, against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Fitzgerald
- Original Title
- Oils on the Water
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- ABC Music Australia, Midnight Oil
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Fitzgerald
Grant Rule
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Fitzgerald
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Oils on the Water about?
On January 13th 1985, Midnight Oil performed the Oils on the Water concert on Goat Island, Sydney, to celebrate radio Triple-J's tenth birthday, before a select crowd of 400 (half competition winners and half staff, media and friends, though other fans swam across). The concert was simulcast live on ABC TV and Triple J radio, released on video, then later remastered as part of the 2004 Best of Both Worlds DVD set. Oils on the Water was a classic Midnight Oil performance and setting with the band in fine high-energy form, caught in the light of the setting sun, against the backdrop of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Who directed Oils on the Water?
Oils on the Water was directed by Mark Fitzgerald.
Who stars in Oils on the Water?
The principal cast of Oils on the Water includes Peter Garrett, Jim Moginie, Rob Hirst, Peter Gifford, Martin Rotsey.
When was Oils on the Water released and how long is it?
Oils on the Water was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Oils on the Water?
Oils on the Water holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).