In turn-of-the-century Australia, two criminals ingratiate themselves with a rancher in order to swindle him. However, the two partners become rivals for the affection of the rancher's beautiful daughter.
Acting
Maureen O'Hara's fiery presence elevates thin material.
Direction
Lewis Milestone brings unexpected visual poetry to studio backlot Australia.
Director
Lewis Milestone
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Despite the title, no kangaroos appear on screen—studio executives reportedly chose it purely for exotic marketing appeal to American audiences unfamiliar with Australia.
Shot entirely in California, the film exemplifies 1950s Hollywood's 'white Australia' fantasies—Irish and American actors playing Irish-Australian settlers with barely any actual Australian cast.
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