Generations of Men
Synopsis
May Downs, 1859. A white family making an overland journey to Rockhampton, with the assistance of Aboriginal staff, is stalled when the mother goes into labour. This loose adaptation of Wright’s eponymous historical account focuses on the female experience of colonisation, revealing the human costs of masculine avarice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joanna Joy
- Screenplay & Story
- Joanna Joy, Margaret Hornagold, Aunty Nicky Hatfield, Elizabeth Simard, LeLarnie Hatfield, Judith Wright
- Original Title
- Generations of Men
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Unless Pictures, Screen Queensland, Homefront Pictures (AU)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joanna Joy
Joanna Joy, Margaret Hornagold, Aunty Nicky Hatfield, Elizabeth Simard, LeLarnie Hatfield, Judith Wright
Elizabeth Simard, LeLarnie Hatfield
Department Leadership Roster
Joanna Joy
Writer
Margaret Hornagold
Writer
Aunty Nicky Hatfield
Writer
Elizabeth Simard
Writer
Elizabeth Simard
Producer
LeLarnie Hatfield
Writer
LeLarnie Hatfield
Producer
Joanna Joy
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Generations of Men
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Generations of Men about?
May Downs, 1859. A white family making an overland journey to Rockhampton, with the assistance of Aboriginal staff, is stalled when the mother goes into labour. This loose adaptation of Wright’s eponymous historical account focuses on the female experience of colonisation, revealing the human costs of masculine avarice.
Who directed Generations of Men?
Generations of Men was directed by Joanna Joy.
Who stars in Generations of Men?
The principal cast of Generations of Men includes Brenna Harding, Johnny Carr, Ella Mason, Andrew Young, Zalhi Hayden.
When was Generations of Men released and how long is it?
Generations of Men was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 15m.