Whitlam: In his own words
Whitlam: In his own words
NSW Parliament House, 30 October 2002 1500 hours
This audio-visual spectacular results from three full days of interrogation on 8-10 April 2002 by John Faulkner. At 86, it's rather exhausting. I can understand why Faulkner is one of the most effective politicians in committee and in parliament in Australia. The good thing about John is he didn't go 'overboard'. This is a very good documentary.
After 18 hours in the dock I had to come directly to this very building (the Jubilee Room) to be the inaugural donor to Australia's first brain bank.
Whitlam: In his own words covers the reasons I went into public life, reform of the Labor Party, the importance of policy development and the achievements of the three years of the Whitlam Government. I particularly commend the archival production associated with the documentary. My Government established the Australian Film and Television School and Australian Film Commission. Almost three decades later I realise that they were excellent decisions. I hope this excellent production finds its way into the homes, universities and schools across Australia.
I would like to extend thanks to:
- Forensic Faulkner and his assistant Ashley Hogan.
- Producer and Director Rob Francis and his talented production team.
- Stephen Grant and Bridget Pirrie, whose home provides the background (John and I take most of the foreground).
- Mary Valentine and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra for providing a magnificent soundtrack. Margaret and I have subscribed for many years.
- SBS Television and the Film Finance Corporation.
May it be crowned with a Logie.
