Desert People
Originally released in 1967. Desert People is a documentary film. directed by Ian Dunlop. At just 51 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ian Dunlop
Synopsis
Two Aboriginal families live like their ancestors have for centuries in this anthropological documentary. The gathering of food is the main focus as women harvest grass seeds to make a primitive flour for bread. Grubs, lizards, and fruit are also on the menu, with the only contact with the modern world being their trek to a government compound for much-needed drinking water.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 25, 1967
59 years ago
Runtime
0h 51m
51 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Australian Commonwealth Film Unit
- Australian National Film Board
- Commonwealth Film Unit
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert People about?
Two Aboriginal families live like their ancestors have for centuries in this anthropological documentary. The gathering of food is the main focus as women harvest grass seeds to make a primitive fl...
Who directed Desert People?
Desert People was directed by Ian Dunlop.
How long is Desert People?
Desert People has a runtime of 0 hours and 51 minutes (51 minutes total).
When was Desert People released?
Desert People was released on January 25, 1967 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Desert People?
The main cast of Desert People includes Ian Dunlop.