Harrington Festival proudly presents prize winning historical film Coast Town. Featuring Clarry Towers, Dot Fields, Jack Ericson, the Crowdy boys and many others.

Coast Town is a prize- winning film made in 1939, showcasing life in Harrington and Crowdy Head using local talent. It was praised by the judges for its unpretentiousness and beautiful photography.

Coast Town won the first National competition run by the Australian Amateur Cinema Society for films referencing Australian life. Its prize, a gold cup, was donated by the Society member, Bondi bookmaker James Sherlock.

The film was shown in 1941 at the Wingham Memorial Town Hall as part of the fundraiser for the Harrington Soldiers’ Comfort Fund.

Admission is a gold coin.

Viewings:

Thursday 2nd January 2025
Harrington Memorial Hall (Corner of Beach and Pilot Street)
Doors open 4:30pm
Movie screens at 5pm

Friday 3rd January 2025
Harrington Memorial Hall (Corner of Beach and Pilot Street)
Doors open: 9:30am
Movie Screens 10am

Remember your gold coin for admission and see you there!