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HNL 1056: A Maiden's Distress or Saved in the Nick of Time (section),

Section of ÒA Maidens DistressÓ or ÒSaved in the Nick of TimeÓ, scroll indicates that this was the first motion picture ever made in Australia made by Coles Bohemian Dramatic Players in 1902 but it is more likely that it was made in 1911. Dressed as Red Indians, knife throwing at woman (actress Bella Cole) standing by tree.
Access No. 123261 | 2 mins 44 secs | 1900s | © Contact Film Australia Collection Library | B&W |