The Australian outback - real and imagined - is captured in a diverse and fascinating selection of films from the Film Australia archives. This innovative DVD includes some of the nation's most acclaimed documentaries from the early 20th century until today, as well as an award-winning animation and a short Henry Lawson drama. In addition to the films themselves, a wealth of behind-the-scenes information has been included, from interviews with the filmmakers to a gallery of production stills. A website link, providing access to material such as storyboards and production notes and a comprehensive study guide, makes this a powerful teaching tool as well as an entertaining introduction to life in Australia's remote areas.