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In the early days of silent movies, the Salvation Army set up a film unit, producing 300 movies but because of 'incompatible' values.
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The radios and movies proved to be very popular among Australians, providing a new form of entertainment that would ultimately impact the popular culture of Australia significantly.
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Just 26 years after Ned Kelly was hanged, the first feature film came out and became very popular however was banned until the 1940s due to their effects on 'public morale'
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People created their own entertainment in and around their homes and neighbourhoods. e.g. sing-alongs, go ice-skating, organise live dances with bands, etc...
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Warner Bros released the first movie providing sections of sound which proved itself popular and ended up becoming an expectation.
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This movie was a huge hit in Australi during the early times, as it was an all-colour feature film made by Warner Bros.
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Created a new sense of community as people from all over the country would be listening to the same programs and being informed of daily events, especially during WWII. It helped develop the Australian accent and ended up becoming an important tool in peoples lives.
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It acted as an important source of entertainment, lifted spirits, motivated and informed audiences.
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Radio was the cheapest form of entertainment, and it was the most popular form of technology during World War II. The accessibility and availability meant it could reach a large number of citizens. Radio helped entertain and inform the population, encouraging citizens to join in the war effort.
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The American way of life was projected in Australian life from the influence of music and the importation of movies. It was a common way for people to explore common cultures and heritages. Soon, music started finding its way into radios, introducing new genres like rock n roll.
