Aborigines of the Sea Coast (1948)

Aborigines of the Sea Coast (1948) poster

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.

Director: Charles Mountford
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date:
Music: Mirrie Hill
Production: Australian National Film Board, Commonwealth Department of the Interior, Australian News and Information Bureau
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Charles Mountford
More Films in Genre: Documentary

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Aborigines of the Sea Coast about?
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.
Who directed Aborigines of the Sea Coast?
Aborigines of the Sea Coast was directed by Charles Mountford.
How long is Aborigines of the Sea Coast?
Aborigines of the Sea Coast has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
What genre is Aborigines of the Sea Coast?
Aborigines of the Sea Coast is a Documentary film.
Where was Aborigines of the Sea Coast produced?
Aborigines of the Sea Coast was produced in Australia.