Summary

Sydney, Australia.

Various shots of the Beatles fans outside the Sheraton Hotel in Sydney where the famous band is staying. They are kept behind by quite a few policemen. Crowd of fans on the other side of the road but they are in support of famous pianist Arthur Rubinstein who is staying in the hotel across the street. MS. The Beatles standing on open truck and wave to the crowds at Sydney Airport after arrival. MS. A Beatles fan jumps over small fence but two policemen lift her back. Various shots of the crowd of Beatles fans at the airport all wanting to get a glimpse of their idols.

(F.G.)

Date found in the old record - 22/06/1964.

Source British Pathé
Title THE BEATLES A HIT IN AUSTRALIA
Description Sydney, Australia.

Various shots of the Beatles fans outside the Sheraton Hotel in Sydney where the famous band is staying. They are kept behind by quite a few policemen. Crowd of fans on the other side of the road but they are in support of famous pianist Arthur Rubinstein who is staying in the hotel across the street. MS. The Beatles standing on open truck and wave to the crowds at Sydney Airport after arrival. MS. A Beatles fan jumps over small fence but two policemen lift her back. Various shots of the crowd of Beatles fans at the airport all wanting to get a glimpse of their idols.

(F.G.)

Date found in the old record - 22/06/1964.
Archive British Pathe
Year 01/01/1964
Duration 00:01:39:00
Stock Black & White
Sound Mute
Film ID 2681.12

Keywords

Sydney Australia The Beatles Fab Four fans Paul McCartney Ringo Starr John Lennon George Harrison airports Arthur Rubinstein hotels Sheraton
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