Black Man's Houses
Synopsis
In 1832 the government of Van Diemen’s Land sent the last Aboriginal resistance fighters into exile at Wybalenna on Flinders Island, bringing an end to the Black War and opening a new chapter in the struggle for justice and survival by Tasmanian Aboriginal people. Black Man’s Houses tells a dramatic story of the quest by Aboriginal people to reclaim the graves of their ancestors against a background of racism and denial. Documenting a moving memorial re-enactment of the funeral of the great chief Manalargenna, the film also charts the cultural strength and resilience of his descendants as they are forced to fight for recognition in a society that is not ready to remember the terrible events of the past.
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- Director
- Steve Thomas
- Original Score
- Elizabeth Drake
- Original Title
- Black Man's Houses
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 58m
- Production Studios
- Open Channel Co-Operative
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Thomas
Elizabeth Drake
Philip Bull
Uri Mizrahi
Beth McRae
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Bull
Director of Photography
Uri Mizrahi
Editor
Steve Thomas
Director
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black Man's Houses.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Man's Houses
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Man's Houses about?
In 1832 the government of Van Diemen’s Land sent the last Aboriginal resistance fighters into exile at Wybalenna on Flinders Island, bringing an end to the Black War and opening a new chapter in the struggle for justice and survival by Tasmanian Aboriginal people. Black Man’s Houses tells a dramatic story of the quest by Aboriginal people to reclaim the graves of their ancestors against a background of racism and denial. Documenting a moving memorial re-enactment of the funeral of the great chief Manalargenna, the film also charts the cultural strength and resilience of his descendants as they are forced to fight for recognition in a society that is not ready to remember the terrible events of the past.
Who directed Black Man's Houses?
Black Man's Houses was directed by Steve Thomas.
Who stars in Black Man's Houses?
The principal cast of Black Man's Houses includes Roy Baldwin.
When was Black Man's Houses released and how long is it?
Black Man's Houses was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 58m.
Who composed the musical score for Black Man's Houses?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Black Man's Houses was composed by Elizabeth Drake.