I Was Actually There
Overview
From the creators of the acclaimed You Can't Ask That comes a daring six-part documentary, I Was Actually There. This series delves into pivotal events of contemporary history, offering unique insights through the perspectives of individuals who experienced them directly. By amplifying the voices of eyewitnesses, it crafts a vivid tapestry of personal memories and emotions tied to significant moments, inviting viewers to connect with the past in an intimate and impactful way.
Episodes
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1
Port Arthur
On a chilly autumn morning at the historic convict settlement in Port Arthur, a gunman entered the Broad Arrow Cafe and opened fire, claiming the live...
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2
Boxing Day Tsunami
A colossal earthquake struck beneath the Indian Ocean, triggering the most lethal tsunami ever documented, claiming the lives of 230,000 individuals a...
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Black Saturday Fires
On Sunday, February 7, 2009, the Black Saturday Bushfires struck, and "I Was Actually There" captures the poignant experiences of those affected. The ...
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2
September 11 Terrorist Attack
What was it like to witness the first plane strike the building across from the 92nd floor of the World Trade Center?
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3
The Dismissal
The nation was left in disbelief when Prime Minister Gough Whitlam was removed from office by the Governor-General, Sir John Kerr, fifty years ago. Th...
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4
Cronulla Riots
On a sweltering Sunday in December, racial conflicts erupted at Cronulla beach in Sydney. The situation had escalated a week prior when an incident oc...
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5
The Fairlie Arrow Abduction Hoax
In 1991, Fairlie Arrow, a nightclub singer, vanished from her Gold Coast residence, sending the tabloids into a frenzy. They claimed she was kidnapped...
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6
The Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race
The 1998 Sydney to Hobart race became a harrowing testament to nature's overwhelming power. The event turned deadly as six people lost their lives, fi...