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Orrie Perry
Orizaba George "Orrie" Perry (14 September 1888 – 29 December 1950) was an Australian cinematographer who worked for Amalgamated Pictures. He was the son of Australian film pioneer Joseph Perry. Perry had a long career in the Australian film industry. Filmography *'' The Scottish Covenanters (1909) *'' After Sundown'' (1911) *''The Mystery of a Hansom Cab'' (1911) *''The Luck of Roaring Camp'' (1911) *'' Called Back'' (1911) *''The Lost Chord "The Lost Chord" is a song composed by Arthur Sullivan in 1877 at the bedside of his brother Fred during Fred's last illness. The manuscript is dated 13 January 1877; Fred Sullivan died five days later. The lyric was written as a poem by Adelai ...'' (1911) *'' The Bells'' (1911) *'' The Double Event'' (1911) *'' Rip Van Winkle'' (1912) References External links * Australian cinematographers 1888 births 1950 deaths {{cinematographer-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Joseph Perry (cinematographer)
Joseph Henry Perry (5 August 1863 in Birmingham, Warwickshire, UK – 29 April 1943 in Sydney, Australia) was an English-born New Zealander and Australian cinematographer, entrepreneur and Salvation Army officer. Born to Joseph Perry Sr. and Eliza Hall, his sons Orizaba, Reginald and Stanley also went on to have careers in the Australian film industry. Perry helped establish Australia's first film studio in Melbourne, and went on to make several early multi media presentations for the Army's Limelight Department including with Herbert Booth, '' Soldiers of the Cross''. Perry was responsible for capturing the first ever inauguration of a nation (Australia) recorded on film in history. Perry initiated the setting up of Salvation Army Biorama companies with projection equipment and electric generators, to travel around the country giving presentations. Filmography Australia *1898 Social Salvation (Documentary) *1899 Passion Films (Short) *1900 Second Victorian Contingent Leaving ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amalgamated Pictures
Amalgamated Pictures was a film exchange company in Australia. For a time it was also a short-lived Australian film production company. Although none of its output has survived, it has been written that "judging by subjects chosen, the average length (4,000 feet) and the scale of Amalgamated's productions, the company was second only to Spencer's Pictures in its resolve to build a quality reputation for Australian features" in the Australian film boom of 1911–12.Graham Shirley and Brian Adams, ''Australian Cinema: The First Eighty Years'', Currency Press 1989 p 41 History of the production company The Amalgamated Picture Company Ltd was formed on 4 March 1911 by the brothers John and Nevin Tait, and Millard Johnson and William Gibson, with capital of £100,000. This team had previously collaborated on ''The Story of the Kelly Gang'' and ''Robbery Under Arms''. Contemporary newspaper reports announcing the launch said the company had: The purpose of promoting the finest and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The West Australian
''The West Australian'' is the only locally edited daily newspaper published in Perth, Western Australia. It is owned by Seven West Media (SWM), as is the state's other major newspaper, ''The Sunday Times''. It is the second-oldest continuously produced newspaper in Australia, having been published since 1833. It tends to have conservative leanings, and has mostly supported the Liberal–National Party Coalition. It has Australia's largest share of market penetration (84% of WA) of any newspaper in the country. Content ''The West Australian'' publishes international, national and local news. , newsgathering was integrated with the TV news and current-affairs operations of ''Seven News'', Perth, which moved its news staff to the paper's Osborne Park premises. SWM also publish two websites from Osborne Park including thewest.com.au and PerthNow. The daily newspaper includes lift-outs including Play Magazine, The Guide, West Weekend, and Body and Soul. Thewest.com.au is the on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Who's Who Of Victorian Cinema
''Who's Who of Victorian Cinema'' is a reference work on film pioneers by Stephen Herbert and Luke McKernan, British scholars of film history. Originally published by the British Film Institute in 1996 as a reference book, the content has been revised, updated and made available online. The site has biographies of more than 300 pioneers in the film industry, both directors and others who worked behind the cameras. It covers the period from 1871 to 1901, when films rapidly developed as a new way for people to see their worlds. At the end of 2020 the site announced that it would no longer be updated, though it will continue remain online as a reference source. References External linksStephen Herbert and Luke McKernan, ''Who's Who of Victorian Cinema'' 1996, Official website History of film Books about film 1996 non-fiction books British books {{film-book-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Scottish Covenanters
''The Scottish Covenanters'' is a 1909 production made by the Limelight Department of the Salvation Army in Australia The Salvation Army, Australia Territory (nicknamed "Salvos" in Australian English) is an evangelical Protestant Christian church known for its charity work. It began operating in Australia in the late 19th century. There are currently 335 thrift .... It was shot in a studio in Caulfield. It was the last production made by Joseph Perry for the Salvation Army. It was released in New Zealand but not Australia. References External links * Australian silent short films 1909 films Australian black-and-white films Limelight Department films {{Australia-silent-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
After Sundown (1911 Film)
''After Sundown'' is a 1911 Australian film directed by W. J. Lincoln set in the Australian bush. According to Lincoln's obituary in ''The Bulletin'' it was one of Lincoln's best films. Only six minutes of the film survive today. Plot Two men fight over the same woman. The villain taunts the hero with the fact he has won her, until an old man appears and shoots the villain dead. It turns out the old man was the father of a girl "ruined" by the villain. Cast *Leslie Woods as Gilbert Baxter *Godfrey Cass as Western Moore Production The film was based on a one-act 1896 play by W.J. Lincoln. According to a press account the aim was to "realise the ideal of a bush story which shall be true to actual life in Australia, sweet and natural in its atmosphere, dealing with type of chnracter which are to be found in the wayback country." It was a film from Amalgamated Pictures and was shot in September 1911 at their studios in St Kilda as well as on location at Healesville Healesvi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Mystery Of A Hansom Cab (1911 Film)
''The Mystery of the Hansom Cab'' is an Australian feature-length film directed by W. J. Lincoln based on the popular novel, which had also been adapted into a play. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. It was the first Australian feature film to have a predominantly urban setting.Graham Shirley and Brian Adams, ''Australian Cinema: The First Eighty Years'', Currency Press 1989 p 41 It has been called the world's first suspense mystery film. Plot A Melbourne playboy, Oliver White, is murdered as he is driven home one night in a hansom cab. Investigating the crime encompasses all aspects of Melbourne society. The scenes featured in the movie were: GUNSLER'S CAFE, COLLINS STREET #The meeting of Mark Frettleby and Rosanna Moore. #Reems Street, East Melbourne. The Courtship. #Frettleby's Station. Divided Lives. (Rosanna grows bored with station life and eventually leaves with their baby daughter.) #Frettleb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Luck Of Roaring Camp (1911 Film)
''The Luck of Roaring Camp'' is a 1911 Australian feature-length film directed by W. J. Lincoln now considered a lost film. It was highly regarded in its day, in part because it was based on a play that was popular with audiences. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. Plot The setting is California during the California Gold Rush. On the California goldfields, Will Gordin is falsely accused of murder and is about to be lynched when his girlfriend rides to the rescue. Scenes included: *Tom Barnes at Bay. *Fun in a Roaring Camp Saloon. *The Murder of Old Pard. *A Duel to the Death. *The Throw of the Dice. Cast *Ethel Buckley *Robert Inman * John Cosgrove Production It was based on a stage adaptation of the story by Francis Bret Harte which had proved popular with Australian audiences as performed by George Marlow's Dramatic Company since 1910. In February 1911 the ''Bulletin'' reviewed a George Marlow ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Called Back (1911 Film)
''Called Back'' is a 1911 Australian feature-length film directed by W. J. Lincoln based on a popular play which was adapted from an 1883 novel by Hugh Conway. Although the movie was a popular success it is now considered a lost film. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. Plot In Italy, Dr Ceneri gives money to support Garibaldi, including money meant for his orphaned niece and nephew, Pauline and Anthony. When they grow up, they learn of what he did with the money, and Anthony is killed by the villainous Macari. This is seen by Pauline who goes insane, and the blind Gilbert Vaughan. Vaughan regains his sight, Pauline regains her sanity, and they are married while Macari is arrested. Cast * William Quinn *Arthur Stein Production The play had been popular in Australia as a vehicle for George Rignold. The film was shot at the studio of Amalgamated Pictures in St Kilda, Melbourne. There was location film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Lost Chord (1911 Film)
''The Lost Chord'' is a 1911 Australian feature-length film directed by W. J. Lincoln based on the famous song ''The Lost Chord'' by Sir Arthur Sullivan. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. Screenings were often accompanied by a singer who would perform the song. The film has been regarded as one of the earlier example of film-sound synchronisation. It is now considered a lost film. References External links * ''The Lost Chord''at AustLit AustLit: The Australian Literature Resource (also known as AustLit: Australian Literature Gateway; and AustLit: The Resource for Australian Literature), usually referred to simply as AustLit, is an internet-based, non-profit collaboration betwee ... Australian black-and-white films Australian silent feature films 1911 films Films based on songs Lost Australian films 1911 lost films Films directed by W. J. Lincoln {{Australia-silent-film-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Bells (1911 Film)
''The Bells'' is a 1911 Australian feature-length silent film directed by W. J. Lincoln. It is based on the famous stage melodrama by Erckmann-Chatrian, adapted by Leopold Lewis, which in turn had been adapted for the Australian stage by W. J. Lincoln before he made it into a film. It is today considered a lost film. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. According to Lincoln's obituary in ''The Bulletin'' it was one of Lincoln's best films. Plot Mathias (Arthur Styan) is an innkeeper in a village in Alsace, happily married to Catherine (Miss Grist) and with a daughter Annette (Nellie Bramley). However he is greatly in debt, so on Christmas Day 1833, he murders a Polish Jew (Mr Cullenane) who visits the inn for his gold. He uses this to pay off his debts and rise in society, becoming the burgomaster of the town – however he is always tormented by guilt. Fifteen years later on Christmas Day, Mathias b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Double Event (1911 Film)
''The Double Event'' is a 1911 Australian feature-length film directed by W. J. Lincoln based on the first novel by Nat Gould, which had been adapted several times for the stage, notably by Bland Holt. It was one of several films Lincoln made with the Tait family, who had produced ''The Story of the Kelly Gang''. It is considered a lost film. Plot Jack Drayton discovers his brother is an attempted murderer but won't expose him out of fear of ruining the family name. He leaves England in secrecy and starts a new life in Australia under the name of Jack Marston. He falls in love with Edith the daughter of a Sydney bookmaker, John Kingdon. He enters his horse, Caloola, in the Melbourne Cup and it wins, despite the attempts of evil Fletcher. Fletcher later shoots a lady he is trying to blackmail and is chased across town but is eventually cornered in Chinatown and falls to his death. Jack marries Edith and returns to England. Cast *The Bland Holt Company *Martyn Hagen Production ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
