Movie Description
It's A Long Road Back
(1981)Overview
Made by Oomera (Coral) Edwards on Super 8mm film as a training exercise at the (then) Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies in Canberra. The film surveys the New South Wales policy of taking Aboriginal children from their families and putting them in institutions run by the Aborigines Welfare Board. From 1883 to 1969, this policy deprived generations of children of their Aboriginal identity. Oomera was one of these children, and she discusses her own struggle to regain her Aboriginality.
Featured Crew
- Director : Coral Oomera Edwards
- Cast : Coral Oomera Edwards
Cast
Self
Facts
Original TitleIt's A Long Road Back
Status Released
Release Information
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1981-01-01
Original Language
Runtime 00h 13m
Genres
- Documentary