Movie Description

Desert People

Desert People

(1967)

Overview

Two Aboriginal families live like their ancestors have for centuries in this anthropological documentary. The gathering of food is the main focus as women harvest grass seeds to make a primitive flour for bread. Grubs, lizards, and fruit are also on the menu, with the only contact with the modern world being their trek to a government compound for much-needed drinking water.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleDesert People

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1967-01-25

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 51m

Production CompaniesAustralian Commonwealth Film Unit,Australian National Film Board,Commonwealth Film Unit

Genres

  • Documentary