Women cross dressing to pass as men, excerpts from the Australian film "Sunshine Sally" (1922)

"Sunshine Sally" is a perceptive and professional portrayal of the life-style and characters of the working-class area of Sydney known as the 'Loo (Woolloomooloo) and the luxurious houses and spacious gardens of the rich Sydney area of Potts Point. Following the story of the spirited Sally who works in a sweatshop, the "White Star Laundry", the film introduces us to Sally's best friend Tottie and their larrikin friends, Skinny Smith and Spud Murphy. Sally's family origins are unknown and when she is rescued from the surf at Coogee by bronzed lifesaver Basil Stanton, she becomes involved with Basil and his mother's rich and cultured lifestyle. The film was shot in October and November 1922 at locations in Sydney. Its original title was "Winnie of Woolloomooloo", the film's plot reveals itself with reformed larrikins and the fullfilment of Sally's romance. There are many delightful scenes such as Skinny and Spud's clash over the affections of Sally, Skinny's horse which imitates its master's habit of crossing its legs when he stops for a chat, and Sally's comical attempts at Potts Point etiquette. Intertitles illustrate the colloquial language and slang of Sally and her friends. "Sunshine Sally" never achieved a commercial success despite its being what is clearly a confident and professional work. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. NO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT INTENDED.