[11][12] Filming was difficult with the production often short of funds – one on occasion an actor and cameraman seized the camera so they could get paid.

[15] Lincoln fell ill with alcoholic poisoning and spent some time in hospital, forcing Barnes to take over direction.

[17]One writer said that "fairly judged, it [the film] is a not unsuccessful effort to produce in Australia a pictorial presentation of a purely Australian and deeply interesting subject.

"[1] The Register called it "a realistic representation of the romantic life of their most popular poet, and the authors are deserving of tho highest commendation for their success.

"[18] The critic from the Advertiser said that: The writers... have been careful in their adherence to its varying episodes, never straining after a dramatic eltect to the detriment of true story.

Throughout the story a charming love romance moves, and gives to the picture that pathetic realism with which life would be divested of its chief fascination.

He admits too that technically the film was not comparable in a favorable light with a picture made under perfect conditions, but regards the episode as vastly useful experience.