Pearls and Savages (1921)
Frank Hurley (1885-1962) was firmly established by 1925 as Australia's most famous photographer. After World War 1, having filled the position as the first official photographer of the Australian war effort, Hurley became interested in Papua New Guinea. In December 1920, he left Australia to record the work of Anglican missions in Papua and to make "travelogue entertainment". The result was this documentary, "Pearls and Savages" which was released in Sydney, in December 1921.
Director: Frank Hurley
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: December 1, 1921
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Pearls and Savages about?
- Frank Hurley (1885-1962) was firmly established by 1925 as Australia's most famous photographer. After World War 1, having filled the position as the first official photographer of the Australian war effort, Hurley became interested in Papua New Guinea. In December 1920, he left Australia to record the work of Anglican missions in Papua and to make "travelogue entertainment". The result was this documentary, "Pearls and Savages" which was released in Sydney, in December 1921.
- Who directed Pearls and Savages?
- Pearls and Savages was directed by Frank Hurley.
- How long is Pearls and Savages?
- Pearls and Savages has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
- What genre is Pearls and Savages?
- Pearls and Savages is a Documentary film.