The Fifth Facade: The Making of the Sydney Opera House
1973•28m•Released
Documentary
On 20 October 1973, the Sydney Opera House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II. From conception to completion, it had taken more than 15 years and over $100 million dollars. In the years since its completion, the Sydney Opera House has become one of the most identifiable of Australia’s icons - ranking with the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Uluru, the koala and kangaroo - and is considered by many to be among the world's great architectural masterpieces.
Director
Donald Crombie
Languages
English
Studio
Film Australia
Cast
Sam Wanamaker
Narrator
Jorn Utzon
Narrator
Production
Company
Film Australia
Producer
Anthony Buckley
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