While the Men Are Away on SBS – It’s 1940s Australia. As you probably know, there’s a ruddy massive war on, so a lot of the men are away for a bit.
This is unsettling, but also pretty exciting for anyone who isn’t a man. Frankie is left in charge of her suffering farm after her husband is sent to war (or was he?). She enlists Gwen and Esther, the freshly joined city-recruits of the Women’s Land Army to join herself, local Indigenous farmhand Kathleen, and certified coward Robert.
This is a show about people who don’t normally hold the reins of power. It’s about five individuals who find each other, and for a glorious moment in time, sample a life tinged with promise, hope and acceptance. And once they taste it, it’s impossible to go back.
Episode One:
During a time of huge social change, two city Women’s Land Army recruits are billeted to a farm, only to discover their limited knowledge of agriculture is the least of their challenges; can they overcome their fears and embrace a new way of life?
Episode Two:
Faced with an insect plague and societal prejudices, our gang realise that they will have to think outside the box if they are to succeed, as well as work twice as hard as the men.
While The Men Are Away on SBS and SBS on Demand – SBS Original Series Premiere – Wednesday, 27 September at 8.30pm (8 Parts)
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