Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy
Originally released in 1990. Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy is a drama film. directed by Tracey Moffatt. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Marcia Langton, Agnes Hardwick, and Jimmy Little
Synopsis
A short film about the relationship between an Aboriginal daughter and her white mother. The daughter, now the sole carer of her dying mother, dreams of far away places, the haunted look in her eyes loaded with a sense of what could have been. Famous Aboriginal singer, Jimmy Little, sings 'Royal Telephone', evoking the presence of Christianity and its role in the assimilation of Aboriginal people. The final scene sees the daughter lying in a foetal position next to her mother, crying. Assimilation, then, can be understood as a pain experienced by both the Aboriginal daughter as well as the white mother.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 31, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
0h 19m
19 minutes total
User Rating
4.7/10
Mixed (10 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Australian Film Commission
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy about?
A short film about the relationship between an Aboriginal daughter and her white mother. The daughter, now the sole carer of her dying mother, dreams of far away places, the haunted look in her eye...
Who directed Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy?
Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy was directed by Tracey Moffatt.
How long is Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy?
Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy released?
Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy was released on December 31, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy?
The main cast of Night Cries: A Rural Tragedy includes Marcia Langton, Agnes Hardwick, Jimmy Little, Alkira Fitzgerald, Elizabeth Gentle.