Toehold on a Harbour (1966)
Overview
An entertaining look at life in Wellington, New Zealand in the 1960s, giving a colourful impression of Wellington city: hills, winding streets, busy people and strong winds.
Production Companies
Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.104 |
Directed By
Michael G. Ryan
Crew
Samuel Grau
Michael G. Ryan
Michael G. Ryan
Brian Cross
Oxley Hughan
Ron Skelley
Geoffrey Scott
TOP CAST
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