Australian directors wait patiently for the results.. Image: Group portrait of a tennis party at Clayfield, Brisbane, 1900-1910, with several members of the Trundle family.
They may be quiet unassuming woodland creatures, or bound joyously across the veldt terrifying vultures with a swish of their mighty tails, but screen directors all have something in common. They believe their vision should prevail and their fantasies will pin millions to their seats.