Crocodile Hunters
Originally released in 1949. Crocodile Hunters is a documentary film. directed by Lee Robinson. At just 11 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Harold Gray
Synopsis
In the estuaries and lagoons of the Northern Territory, freshwater and saltwater crocodile are hunted for their hides by both Indigenous and non-Indigenous hunters. This film shows Aboriginal people using age-old hunting techniques to land crocs either for food or for skins. The methods employed by the professional hunters, who earn as much as 3000 pounds during the season, are also depicted, followed by a brief look at how the hides are skinned and prepared before being transported to the leather factories of Sydney and Melbourne.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1949
77 years ago
Runtime
0h 11m
11 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Australian National Film Board
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crocodile Hunters about?
In the estuaries and lagoons of the Northern Territory, freshwater and saltwater crocodile are hunted for their hides by both Indigenous and non-Indigenous hunters. This film shows Aboriginal peopl...
Who directed Crocodile Hunters?
Crocodile Hunters was directed by Lee Robinson.
How long is Crocodile Hunters?
Crocodile Hunters has a runtime of 0 hours and 11 minutes (11 minutes total).
When was Crocodile Hunters released?
Crocodile Hunters was released on January 1, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Crocodile Hunters?
The main cast of Crocodile Hunters includes Harold Gray.