The Islanders (1968)
Above the tip of Cape York, beyond the northernmost point of the Australian continent, are the Torres Strait Islands. The economy here is based on home gardens and pearlshell fishing. The culture, with its basis in music, dancing and ceremony, provides a striking contrast to that of mainland Australia. This film, shot in the late 1960s, shows how strongly old traditions still affect Torres Strait Islander people, even though they also have most of the trappings of modern life.
Director: Cecil Holmes
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date: January 1, 1968
Country: Australia
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Islanders about?
- Above the tip of Cape York, beyond the northernmost point of the Australian continent, are the Torres Strait Islands. The economy here is based on home gardens and pearlshell fishing. The culture, with its basis in music, dancing and ceremony, provides a striking contrast to that of mainland Australia. This film, shot in the late 1960s, shows how strongly old traditions still affect Torres Strait Islander people, even though they also have most of the trappings of modern life.
- Who directed The Islanders?
- The Islanders was directed by Cecil Holmes.
- How long is The Islanders?
- The Islanders has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
- What genre is The Islanders?
- The Islanders is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Islanders produced?
- The Islanders was produced in Australia.