Aborigines of the Sea Coast

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Released December 31, 1948

Overview

The coast of Arnhem Land in Australia's Northern Territory has been the home of Aboriginal people for many many centuries. Some still live a traditional lifestyle. This film is a record of a 1948 expedition to Arnhem Land led by anthropologist Charles Mountford. It depicts the ancestral fishing, hunting, building and boatmaking techniques used by the communities of the region.

Runtime

0h 19m


Origin Country

United States


Original Language

English


Original Title

Aborigines of the Sea Coast


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Australia

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    Australian National Film Board

    United States

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    Commonwealth Department of the Interior

    United States

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    Australian News and Information Bureau

    United States

Cast

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