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New Zealand born Australian filmmaker specialising in underwater photography From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Noel Monkman (1896–1969) was an Australian filmmaker, born in New Zealand,[1] best known for specialising in underwater photography.[2] He was a press photographer in New Zealand before moving to Australia and jointing the Orpheum Theatre orchestra.
Noel Monkman | |
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Born | 1896 |
Died | 1969 |
Nationality | Australian |
Occupation(s) | Filmmaker, underwater photographer |
He established Australian Educational Films with F.W. Thring, directing a series of educational nature films about the Great Barrier Reef.[3][4] He later made several documentaries as well as two dramatic feature films. He collaborated throughout his career with his wife Kitty.[5]
He and Kitty lived for a time on Green Island, acting as a volunteer air observer during World War II.[6]
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