The Broken Melody
Synopsis
John Ainsworth helps win a rowing race for Sydney University against Melbourne University. While celebrating at a nightclub, he demonstrates his skill with the violin with one of his original compositions. He also flirts with a young woman, Ann Brady, to the displeasure of a crook, Webster. A brawl results and John is expelled from university. John's sheep farmer father – who is disdainful of culture and wants John to marry a rich girl – is furious and disowns his son.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken G. Hall
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank Harvey
- Original Title
- The Broken Melody
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Cinesound Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken G. Hall
Frank Harvey
George Heath
William Shepherd
Ken G. Hall
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Ken G. Hall
Director
Frank Harvey
Writer
Ken G. Hall
Producer
George Heath
Director of Photography
William Shepherd
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What is The Broken Melody about?
John Ainsworth helps win a rowing race for Sydney University against Melbourne University. While celebrating at a nightclub, he demonstrates his skill with the violin with one of his original compositions. He also flirts with a young woman, Ann Brady, to the displeasure of a crook, Webster. A brawl results and John is expelled from university. John's sheep farmer father – who is disdainful of culture and wants John to marry a rich girl – is furious and disowns his son.
Who directed The Broken Melody?
The Broken Melody was directed by Ken G. Hall.
Who stars in The Broken Melody?
The principal cast of The Broken Melody includes Lloyd Hughes, Diana Du Cane, Rosalind Kennerdale, Frank Harvey, Alec Kellaway.
When was The Broken Melody released and how long is it?
The Broken Melody was released in 1938 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.