About this movie
A poetic cine-essay about race and Australia’s colonised history and how it impacts into the present offering insights into how various individuals deal with the traumatic legacies of British colonialism and its race-based policies. The film’s consultative process, with ‘Respecting Cultures’ (Tasmanian Aboriginal Protocols), offers an evolving shift in Australian historical narratives from the frontier wars, to one of diverse peoples working through historical trauma in a process of decolonisation.
Quick facts
Year
2008
Runtime
52m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.0/10
Votes
1
Genre
Documentary, History
Director
Language
EN
Cast
australia
social documentary
indigenous australians
tasmanian
tasmania
australian history
women in film
social & cultural documentary
super8
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Questions about Island Home Country
How long is Island Home Country?
Island Home Country has a runtime of 52m ( and 52 minutes).
Who directed Island Home Country?
Island Home Country was directed by Jeni Thornley and released in 2008.
What genre is Island Home Country?
Island Home Country is a Documentary, History film (2008).
Who stars in Island Home Country?
The cast of Island Home Country includes Jeni Thornley, Rinki Bhattacharya, Dur-e Dara, Jim Everett, Phyllis Pitchford.
What is the TMDB rating for Island Home Country?
Island Home Country has a TMDB rating of 5.0/10 based on 1 votes.
