
Prisoners of Propaganda
Synopsis
In 1943, the Imperial Japanese Secret Service made a film called Calling Australia! to show the "exemplary conditions" under which prisoners of war were kept, and to "soften up" the Australian public for the anticipated occupation of their country by Japanese forces. Prisoners of Propaganda tells why the film was made, and how it came to be forgotten.
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Prisoners Of Propaganda Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-02-28
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- Director
- Graham Shirley
- Screenplay & Story
- Graham Shirley
- Original Title
- Prisoners of Propaganda
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- Film Australia
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Graham Shirley
Graham Shirley
Geoff Barnes
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Graham Shirley
Director
Graham Shirley
Writer
Geoff Barnes
Producer
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General — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Prisoners of Propaganda about?
In 1943, the Imperial Japanese Secret Service made a film called Calling Australia! to show the "exemplary conditions" under which prisoners of war were kept, and to "soften up" the Australian public for the anticipated occupation of their country by Japanese forces. Prisoners of Propaganda tells why the film was made, and how it came to be forgotten.
Who directed Prisoners of Propaganda?
Prisoners of Propaganda was directed by Graham Shirley.
Who stars in Prisoners of Propaganda?
The principal cast of Prisoners of Propaganda includes Alistair Duncan.
When was Prisoners of Propaganda released and how long is it?
Prisoners of Propaganda was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 59m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Prisoners of Propaganda?
Prisoners of Propaganda holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.).


















