The Winds of Jarrah

The Winds of Jarrah

1983 · 80 min · ★ 7.0 · Romance

Australia 1946. A young woman escapes from an unhappy affair to become tutor to three children who are being raised by their uncle.

Directed by Mark Egerton · Written by Bob Ellis

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