It is an adaptation of a play by Jean Anouilh whose original French title was L'Hurluberlu.

[4][5] It was made at a time Australian drama was relatively rare.

[6] A postwar general tries to escape everyday realities by retreating into fantasy.

The Sydney Morning Herald called it "a thoroughly successful production" with a "virtuoso" performance from Alexander Archdale.

[7] This article related to an Australian made-for-TV movie is a stub.