Two Bob Mermaid (1996)
In this visually stunning short film set in the 1950s, a fair-skinned Aboriginal girl gains access to the local swimming pool where Aboriginal people are legally denied access.
Director: Darlene Johnson
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 14 min
Release Date: March 31, 1996
Cast
- Carrie Prosser - Koorine
- Tessa Leahy - Mum
- Jie Pittman
- Stephen Blair
- Megan Drury
Screenplay
Cinematography: Kim Batterham
Editing: Liz Goldfinch
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Darlene Johnson
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Two Bob Mermaid about?
- In this visually stunning short film set in the 1950s, a fair-skinned Aboriginal girl gains access to the local swimming pool where Aboriginal people are legally denied access.
- Who directed Two Bob Mermaid?
- Two Bob Mermaid was directed by Darlene Johnson.
- Who stars in Two Bob Mermaid?
- Two Bob Mermaid stars Carrie Prosser, Tessa Leahy, Jie Pittman, Stephen Blair, Megan Drury.
- How long is Two Bob Mermaid?
- Two Bob Mermaid has a runtime of 14m (14 minutes).
- What genre is Two Bob Mermaid?
- Two Bob Mermaid is a Drama film.
- Where was Two Bob Mermaid produced?
- Two Bob Mermaid was produced in Australia.