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An interesting self-parody of Australian life and culture, made by a British director (Michael Powell), and I think unique for this portrayal at such an early date. We follow an Italian immigrant who is initially confused by strange ways of speaking and behaving, but who eventually makes good. Although occasionally cringe-inducing, the film is an affectionate look at Australia, and is especially appreciated by Australians who can remember that era. There is interesting aerial photography of Sydney Harbour before the opera house was built.
As part of an ironical introduction sequence just after the opening titles, he is taken to the Kings Cross red light district of Sydney; the soundtrack is a man singing, "It's a man's country, Sweetheart" and we see some strip clubs and then a female impersonator getting ready for a show at her dressing table -- in case we didn't get the point, she gets a razor out and starts shaving (although she has already done her make-up). It is implied that she performs at the famous Les Girls club in Sydney.
HF December 2007
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