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The Timeless Land
This classic saga spans the early days of British settlement in Australia from 1788-1811, depicting the lives of a group of people, convicts and settlers, against the background of the events of the period - Governor Phillip's attempts to understand the Aborigines and his conflicts with the military, the tragic story of Bennelong, Governors King and Bligh, the Rum Rebellion, Macquarie and the crossing of the Blue Mountains.
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Plot Summary
The Timeless Land is an Australian television historical drama series which screened on the ABC in 1980. The series, which ran for 13 episodes, was set in the early colonial days of Australia and depicted the struggles and relationships of the early settlers and the indigenous population. It explored themes of survival, cultural conflict, and the establishment of a new society against a harsh landscape.
Critical Reception
The Timeless Land was a significant production for Australian television at the time, aiming to bring a detailed historical narrative to a broad audience. While it received a moderate critical reception, praised for its ambition and production values, some critics noted pacing issues. It is remembered as an earnest attempt to dramatize a crucial period in Australian history.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its historical scope and production effort.
Some viewers found the pacing to be slow at times.
Recognized for its attempt to depict early Australian colonial life and its challenges.
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Fun Fact
The series was ambitious in its scope, aiming to cover a significant portion of early Australian colonial history over its 13 episodes, an extensive run for a historical drama at that time.
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