Indonesia Calling
Synopsis
Filmed secretly in Sydney by Dutch documentarian Joris Ivens, this short records the solidarity of Indonesian seamen, Australian trade unionists, and local activists who refused to support Dutch efforts to restore colonial rule after World War II. More than a chronicle, it was an act of protest that aligned cinema with the Indonesian independence movement.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joris Ivens
- Screenplay & Story
- Catherine Duncan, Joris Ivens
- Original Title
- Indonesia Calling
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 23m
- Production Studios
- Waterside Workers Federation Film Unit
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joris Ivens
Catherine Duncan, Joris Ivens
Joris Ivens
Department Leadership Roster
Joris Ivens
Director
Joris Ivens
Editor
Catherine Duncan
Writer
Joris Ivens
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Indonesia Calling
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What is Indonesia Calling about?
Filmed secretly in Sydney by Dutch documentarian Joris Ivens, this short records the solidarity of Indonesian seamen, Australian trade unionists, and local activists who refused to support Dutch efforts to restore colonial rule after World War II. More than a chronicle, it was an act of protest that aligned cinema with the Indonesian independence movement.
Who directed Indonesia Calling?
Indonesia Calling was directed by Joris Ivens.
Who stars in Indonesia Calling?
The principal cast of Indonesia Calling includes Peter Finch, Edmund Allison, Catherine Duncan, Jim Healey.
When was Indonesia Calling released and how long is it?
Indonesia Calling was released in 1946 with a total runtime of 23m.