In 1974 Ken Anderson booked the Sydney Opera House for the
Australian premier of “Naturally Free “. It was a sell-out and received great
publicity but he wasn't happy and re-edited the movie. In 1975, the rehash was
re-released by MGM/BEF but there was a massive oversight. This G rated movie
had its resurgence at Sydney's Kings Cross. Not a 'General Rated' environment
for those in the 'know'. It faltered. It stumbled. It almost fell on its face
until a South Australian theater in Goodwood took up its release. The movie
took off with people lined up around the block. After that, everyone wanted it.
Even a drive-in in Queensland had its screen blown down by a cyclone; after a
lot of hard work to repair the screen, the drive-in managed to open for three
days and broke all records. It was also popular in New Zealand and the USA. “Naturally
Free” (NLF-001) Soundtrack was released on APLA Records in 1975; it featured
music from “Avenue”, “Justice” and “The Squeeze”. John Laws narrated the film
which featured the top motorcyclists from around the world. Thanks again to Rex
for this LP for me to fix up. Flac
1 comment:
Excellent restoration job, sounds better than my old vinyl!
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