Biography

Phyllis McDonagh was the youngest of the illustrious McDonagh sisters, one Australia's foremost silent film production companies. The trio comprised of actress Marie Lorraine (real name Isabel McDonagh), writer-director Paulette McDonagh, and Phyllis, who took on numerous behind-the-scenes roles such as production manager and art director. The latter job was well assisted by using the sisters' elegant home, Drummoyne House, for several settings. Other notable Sydney scenes (such as an incomplete Harbour Bridge) are visible in their films. After the dissolution of McDonagh Productions in 1933, Phyllis moved to New Zealand to become a journalist.
- IMDb mini biography by: Camille Scaysbrook <verona_beach@hotpop.com>