Coniston
“More than 80 years after the brutal slaughter of 100 or more Aboriginal people in Central Australia, their descendants relate their story.”
Synopsis
In 1928, following the murder of a white dingo trapper, central Australia would witness the last known massacre of its Indigenous people. With over one hundred killed during a series of punitive expeditions, those who survived fled far and wide from the massacre sites. Denied a voice at the official inquiry and dislocated from their lands, the survivors passed down the story of this bloody episode to their children and grandchildren.
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- Director
- David Batty, Francis Jupurrula Kelly
- Original Title
- Coniston
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
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David Batty, Francis Jupurrula Kelly
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David Batty
Director
Francis Jupurrula Kelly
Director
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What is Coniston about?
In 1928, following the murder of a white dingo trapper, central Australia would witness the last known massacre of its Indigenous people. With over one hundred killed during a series of punitive expeditions, those who survived fled far and wide from the massacre sites. Denied a voice at the official inquiry and dislocated from their lands, the survivors passed down the story of this bloody episode to their children and grandchildren.
Who directed Coniston?
Coniston was directed by David Batty, Francis Jupurrula Kelly.
Who stars in Coniston?
The principal cast of Coniston includes Gregory J. Fryer, Leslie McLaughlin.
When was Coniston released and how long is it?
Coniston was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 55m.