
Dad Rudd, MP
1940-03-17 · 83 min · ★ 6.5
Dad Rudd wants the size of a local dam increased for the benefit of local farmers but faces opposition from a wealthy grazier, Henry Webster. When the local Member of Parliament dies, Webster runs for his seat, and Rudd decides to oppose him.
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- Directors
- Ken G. Hall
- Production companies
- Cinesound Productions
- Countries
- Australia
- Status
- Released
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