We of the Never Never (1982)
The story of the love and courage of a remarkable woman
Based on the well-loved Australian classic by Mrs. Aeneas Gunn, this is the remarkable true story of Jeannie Gunn, a woman who fought to overcome sexual and racial prejudice amid the harsh beauties of the outback. Leaving her Melbourne existence for a new life on her husband's isolated ranch, Jeannie's feisty, good-natured attitude soon wins over the misogynistic stockmen, but she faces a much tougher challenge in trying to change their racist attitudes towards the indigenous aboriginal population.
Director: Igor Auzins
Genre: Drama, Western
Runtime: 134 min
Release Date: November 4, 1982
Cast
- Angela Punch McGregor - Jeannie Gunn
- Arthur Dignam - Aeneas Gunn
- Martin Vaughan - Dan
- Lewis Fitz-Gerald - Jack
- John Jarratt - Dandy
- Tony Barry - Mac
- Tom E. Lewis - Jackeroo
- Donald Blitner - Goggle Eye
- Mawuyul Yanthalawuy - Rosie
- Cecil Parkee - Cheon
Screenplay
- Jeannie Gunn (Novel)
- Peter Schreck (Screenplay)
Music: Peter Best
Cinematography: Gary Hansen
Editing: Cliff Hayes
Production: Adam Packer Film Productions, Film Corporation of Western Australia
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Social Commentary and Reflection
Keywords
sexism, feminist, racism, animal killing, pioneer women, australian outback, animal cruelty, aborigine
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is We of the Never Never about?
- Based on the well-loved Australian classic by Mrs. Aeneas Gunn, this is the remarkable true story of Jeannie Gunn, a woman who fought to overcome sexual and racial prejudice amid the harsh beauties of the outback. Leaving her Melbourne existence for a new life on her husband's isolated ranch, Jeannie's feisty, good-natured attitude soon wins over the misogynistic stockmen, but she faces a much tougher challenge in trying to change their racist attitudes towards the indigenous aboriginal population.
- Who directed We of the Never Never?
- We of the Never Never was directed by Igor Auzins.
- Who stars in We of the Never Never?
- We of the Never Never stars Angela Punch McGregor, Arthur Dignam, Martin Vaughan, Lewis Fitz-Gerald, John Jarratt, Tony Barry.
- How long is We of the Never Never?
- We of the Never Never has a runtime of 2h 14m (134 minutes).
- What genre is We of the Never Never?
- We of the Never Never is a Drama, Western film.
- Where was We of the Never Never produced?
- We of the Never Never was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of We of the Never Never?
- The themes of We of the Never Never include: Social Commentary and Reflection.