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The Living Desert is a 1953 American nature documentary film that shows the everyday lives of the animals of the desert of the Southwestern United States.

The Living Desert was written by James Algar, Winston Hibler, and Ted Sears. It was directed by Algar, with Hibler as the narrator and was filmed in Tucson, Arizona. The film won the 1953 Oscar for Best Documentary.

Note - Northbridge is a small suburb on Sydney’s lower north shore, population 6,000. Features include a famous Gothic suspension bridge and access to Middle Harbour. There are classic waterfront houses and a sailing club and marina. Opened on June 9th. 1928, the Northbridge Theatre was built and owned by Oscar Sharp. It was taken over by Oscar Shaft in 1936.

It was a excellent family theatre running double bills with special attention to Disney films. It came to an end in 1959 after Oscar sold the property and the building was demolished.

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