Thomson of Arnhem Land
Jan 20, 2000 · 55m
Director
John MooreOverview
In the 1930s tensions between the government and the Indigenous peoples of Australia's north were on a knife-edge. Donald Thomson, an anthropologist, volunteered to go to Arnhem Land to make peace. For over two years, he lived with the Aboriginal people, forging strong bonds, learning and recording their way of life. His report to the government outlined a vision of land rights and other measures to protect a unique yet fragile culture - it was ignored. Ostracised by politicians and fellow academics, Thomson never gave up the struggle for Aboriginal rights. Now, his extraordinary photographs, field notes and artefacts are considered one of the most significant ethnographic collections in the world.
Cast of Thomson of Arnhem Land
Crew of Thomson of Arnhem Land
About Thomson of Arnhem Land
What is Thomson of Arnhem Land about?
In the 1930s tensions between the government and the Indigenous peoples of Australia's north were on a knife-edge. Donald Thomson, an anthropologist, volunteered to go to Arnhem Land to make peace. For over two years, he lived with the Aboriginal people, forging strong bonds, learning and recording their way of life. His report to the government outlined a vision of land rights and other…
When was Thomson of Arnhem Land released?
Thomson of Arnhem Land was released on January 20, 2000.
How long is Thomson of Arnhem Land?
Thomson of Arnhem Land runs 55 minutes.
Who directed Thomson of Arnhem Land?
Thomson of Arnhem Land was directed by John Moore.
Who is in the cast of Thomson of Arnhem Land?
The cast of Thomson of Arnhem Land includes Anni Finsterer (Narrator), Peter Bain-Hogg (Elkin) and Robert Menzies (Thomson).