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You Better Take Cover

"The Story of Men at Work and a Little Kookaburra."

May 4, 2015 0h 29m

Originally released in 2015. You Better Take Cover is a music/documentary film. directed by Harry Hayes. At just 29 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Martin Armiger, Brian Edmond, and Alec Gilbert

Synopsis

A film about Men At Work, their hit single Down Under, and the Kookaburra controversy. The band were sued for copyright infringement and faced the label of 'plagiarists', 35 years after their success. An examination of the organic development of the song, its commercial success and cultural significance and questions the relationship between art and law, influence and copyright.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 4, 2015 10 years ago
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Runtime 0h 29m 29 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Australia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Vernal Equinox Records

Frequently Asked Questions

What is You Better Take Cover about?

A film about Men At Work, their hit single Down Under, and the Kookaburra controversy. The band were sued for copyright infringement and faced the label of 'plagiarists', 35 years after their succe...

Who directed You Better Take Cover?

You Better Take Cover was directed by Harry Hayes.

How long is You Better Take Cover?

You Better Take Cover has a runtime of 0 hours and 29 minutes (29 minutes total).

When was You Better Take Cover released?

You Better Take Cover was released on May 4, 2015 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in You Better Take Cover?

The main cast of You Better Take Cover includes Martin Armiger, Brian Edmond, Alec Gilbert, Greg Ham, Jerry Speiser.