A Toast to Melbourne 43 years old

Using archival film, aerial photography, stills, prints and contemporary footage, this documentary presents the city of Melbourne and its lifestyle. Looks at the unique Victorian architecture that transformed Melbourne from a tent city during the Gold Rush to a modern and prosperous city. Captures the vibrant streetscapes, the trams, the elaborate arcades and some of the institutions that cater to Melbourne's elite such as the Georges store and the Melbourne Club.

Credits

A Toast to Melbourne Cast

Name Character
Barry Humphries He was 46, now 90 years old
Ian 'Molly' Meldrum
Joan Sutherland She was 54, 83 years old when she died

A Toast to Melbourne Crew

Name Department
John Dixon as Director. He was 31 (now 74) years old Directing
A Toast to Melbourne poster
A Toast to Melbourne (43 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, January 01, 1981
  • Runtime: 37 minutes