It's A Long Road Back (1981)

Made by Oomera (Coral) Edwards on Super 8mm film as a training exercise at the (then) Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies in Canberra. The film surveys the New South Wales policy of taking Aboriginal children from their families and putting them in institutions run by the Aborigines Welfare Board. From 1883 to 1969, this policy deprived generations of children of their Aboriginal identity. Oomera was one of these children, and she discusses her own struggle to regain her Aboriginality.

Director: Coral Oomera Edwards
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 13 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is It's A Long Road Back about?
Made by Oomera (Coral) Edwards on Super 8mm film as a training exercise at the (then) Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies in Canberra. The film surveys the New South Wales policy of taking Aboriginal children from their families and putting them in institutions run by the Aborigines Welfare Board. From 1883 to 1969, this policy deprived generations of children of their Aboriginal identity. Oomera was one of these children, and she discusses her own struggle to regain her Aboriginality.
Who directed It's A Long Road Back?
It's A Long Road Back was directed by Coral Oomera Edwards.
Who stars in It's A Long Road Back?
It's A Long Road Back stars Coral Oomera Edwards.
How long is It's A Long Road Back?
It's A Long Road Back has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
What genre is It's A Long Road Back?
It's A Long Road Back is a Documentary film.