The Birth of White Australia
Jul 24, 1928 · 1h 43m
Director
Phil K. WalshOverview
An early Australian silent film depicting historical events on the Young district goldfields, then known as Lambing Flat. During the gold rush of 1861, tensions between Australian miners and immigrant Chinese led to rioting, with Chinese miners attacked and driven from the diggings. The film portrays these events as being the genesis - or birth - of the White Australia policy, a significant political issue of the day.
Cast of The Birth of White Australia
Crew of The Birth of White Australia
About The Birth of White Australia
What is The Birth of White Australia about?
An early Australian silent film depicting historical events on the Young district goldfields, then known as Lambing Flat. During the gold rush of 1861, tensions between Australian miners and immigrant Chinese led to rioting, with Chinese miners attacked and driven from the diggings. The film portrays these events as being the genesis - or birth - of the White Australia policy, a significant…
When was The Birth of White Australia released?
The Birth of White Australia was released on July 24, 1928.
How long is The Birth of White Australia?
The Birth of White Australia runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
Who directed The Birth of White Australia?
The Birth of White Australia was directed by Phil K. Walsh.
Who is in the cast of The Birth of White Australia?
The cast of The Birth of White Australia includes Rita Aslim, Frank Hardingham, Alice Layton and Dot McConville.