Whatever Happened to Green Valley?
Synopsis
Green Valley was a housing commission estate in western Sydney, much maligned by the media of the day. The residents were hurt by the criticism but lacked access to the media to respond. Supplied with equipment by Film Australia, they used this film to present a different image of themselves and their daily lives. In so doing, they answered the question of "Whatever happened to Green Valley?" The core of this film is the work of half a dozen residents, co-ordinated by acclaimed filmmaker Peter Weir in one of his earliest film projects. Weir also acts as the moderator at a public forum that is included in the film.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Weir
- Original Title
- Whatever Happened to Green Valley?
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Weir
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Weir
Director
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What is Whatever Happened to Green Valley? about?
Green Valley was a housing commission estate in western Sydney, much maligned by the media of the day. The residents were hurt by the criticism but lacked access to the media to respond. Supplied with equipment by Film Australia, they used this film to present a different image of themselves and their daily lives. In so doing, they answered the question of "Whatever happened to Green Valley?" The core of this film is the work of half a dozen residents, co-ordinated by acclaimed filmmaker Peter Weir in one of his earliest film projects. Weir also acts as the moderator at a public forum that is included in the film.
Who directed Whatever Happened to Green Valley??
Whatever Happened to Green Valley? was directed by Peter Weir.
Who stars in Whatever Happened to Green Valley??
The principal cast of Whatever Happened to Green Valley? includes Not specified.
When was Whatever Happened to Green Valley? released and how long is it?
Whatever Happened to Green Valley? was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 53m.