Desert People (1967)
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.
Director: Ian Dunlop
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 51 min
Release Date: January 25, 1967
Cast
- Ian Dunlop - Himself - Narrator / Presenter
Editing: Ian Dunlop
Production: Australian Commonwealth Film Unit, Australian National Film Board, Commonwealth Film Unit
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
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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 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.
- Who directed Desert People?
- Desert People was directed by Ian Dunlop.
- Who stars in Desert People?
- Desert People stars Ian Dunlop.
- How long is Desert People?
- Desert People has a runtime of 51m (51 minutes).
- What genre is Desert People?
- Desert People is a Documentary film.
- Where was Desert People produced?
- Desert People was produced in Australia.