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Games 74

Film (Full Length) – 1974

This chronicle of the Christchurch Commonwealth Games marked one of the National Film Unit's most ambitious productions. Though a range of events (including famous runs by John Walker and Dick Tayler), are covered, the film often bypasses the pomp and glory approach; daring to talk to the injured and mentioning that most competitors lose. The closing ceremonies of the "friendly games" feature the athletes gathering to — as the official song's chorus put it — "join together". The directing team included Paul Maunder, Sam Pillsbury, and Arthur Everard.

Key Cast & Crew

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Arthur Everard

Director

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Sam Pillsbury

Director

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John King

Director

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Denis Harvey

Production Manager

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Murray Creed

Camera

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Bruce Dunn

Camera

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