Introduction

In this dramatised documentary, Charles Bean, war correspondent, obsessive historian and reluctant myth maker; tells us all about his remarkable life.

Outline

From the playing fields of England via the Australian outback, to the maelstrom of the Great War, Charles Bean wrote about life and truth, yet everyone thought he created a myth.

He loved Australia the way most people love another person, and as so often happens in love, Australia let him down…

Production & Filming Details

• Director: Wain Fimeri.
• Writer: Wain Fimeri.
• Release Date: 11 November 2010 (Australia).
• Running Time: 52 minutes.
• Country: Australia.
• Language: English.

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