Recorded by pioneers as far back as 1805, the Tasmanian tiger has become an intensely mystifying Australian icon, whose entire existence has become the stuff of both fable and legend. This program investigates a chequered past and puts the speculation into perspective, taking into account the tragic culling and ‘bounty era’ where the carnivorous creatures were thought to be solely responsible for a considerable loss of farmers’ livestock. Balancing the facts with personal reflections from Tasmanian locals, scientists and other informed practitioners, The Tasmanian Tiger is a thought-provoking and revealing look at the extraordinary life and death of one of Australia’s most mysterious marsupials.
- Status
- Released
- Production
- Winning Post Productions, Peter Richman Productions
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Top Cast
Dean Reynolds as Narrator
Eric Guiler as Self
Nick Mooney as Self
Bob Brown as Self
Tim Kingston as Self
Bob Green as Self
Fiona Blackwood as Girl in car
Top Crew
Craig Wellington · Director, Writer
Russell Galloway · Cinematographer
Winston Henry · Executive Producer
Peter Richman · Executive Producer
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