Two laws. Part 4: Living with two laws

Australia, 1981

Film
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Part 4 of the innovative film “Two laws”, on the Borroloola people’s struggle for the recognition of their law. This part describes the present movement back to traditional land, the assertion of ceremonial practice and the setting up of cattle out-stations. The other parts of the film are: “Police times”, “Welfare times” and “Struggle for our land”. Made with the assistance of the Australian Film Commission.

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Alessandro Cavadini

Carolyn Strachan

Duration

00:40:10:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
1981

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