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  • The Wreck of the Admella (2009)
  • Video | 54 min | Documentary, Drama, History
The Wreck of the Admella (2009)
Video | 54 min | Documentary, Drama, History

This docudrama tells the true story of one of Australia's worst maritime disasters in history which saw more than a hundred people marooned on a shallow reef off the coast of South East South Australia. The conditions in the Southern Ocean...See moreThis docudrama tells the true story of one of Australia's worst maritime disasters in history which saw more than a hundred people marooned on a shallow reef off the coast of South East South Australia. The conditions in the Southern Ocean in winter made it almost impossible to rescue survivors on board as they suffered the perils of the sea for more than a week. Historically accurate, the film was written and directed by South Australian cinematographer, musician and historian, Brenton Manser. The production was filmed and edited by fellow cinematographer Robert Tremelling, with historical assistance from the ADMELLA 150th committee. The production was filmed on location throughout the South East Coast of South Australia, and South Western Victoria. A true eye opener, this film brings to life the forces of nature, the courage and bravery of ordinary people, all in an emotive and creative display of re-enactments, interviews, poetry and song. Written by jakinmanser See less
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Director
Writer
Brenton Manser (uncredited)
Producer
Brenton Manser (producer)
Composer
Brenton Manser (uncredited)
Cinematographer
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2009 (Australia)

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24 cast members
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Paul Barry
Self - Adam Lindsay Gordon Self - Adam Lindsay Gordon   See fewer
Emily Abbott
Self - Dockside Pedestrian Self - Dockside Pedestrian   See fewer
Lachlan Abbott
Self - Dockside Pedestrian Self - Dockside Pedestrian   See fewer
Peter Abbott
Self - Dockside Pedestrian Self - Dockside Pedestrian   See fewer
Roger Bannister
Self - Telegraph Master Self - Telegraph Master   See fewer
Brian Brooksby
Self - Interviewee Self - Interviewee   See fewer
Allan Childs
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Linda Hay
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Brendon Jarrett
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Veronica Jenkin
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Ted Jordan
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John Magarey
Self - Interviewee Self - Interviewee   See fewer
Bo'az Manser
Self - John Leach Self - John Leach   See fewer
Brenton Manser
Self - Ben Germein Self - Ben Germein   See fewer
Jakin Manser
Self - Robert Knappman Self - Robert Knappman   See fewer
Dave Miller
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Steven Milne
Self - Betrothed Gentleman Self - Betrothed Gentleman   See fewer
Chelsea O'Carroll
Self - Betrothed Maiden Self - Betrothed Maiden   See fewer
Leonie O'Meara
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John Sheard
Self - E.H. Derrington Self - E.H. Derrington   See fewer
Bob Slape
Self - Peter Black Self - Peter Black   See fewer
Carlyn Sproston
Self - Dockside Pedestrian Self - Dockside Pedestrian   See fewer
Ron Sproston
Self - Dockside Pedestrian Self - Dockside Pedestrian   See fewer
Robert von Grabler-Crozier
Self - Telegraph Receiver Self - Telegraph Receiver   See fewer
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