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Sons of Namatjira

The film delves into the complex dynamics between a group of Aboriginal artists and the global community, uncovering the multifaceted influences that inspire their creative endeavors.

Sons of Namatjira explores the relationship between a community of Aboriginal artists and the outside world, focusing on Keith Namatjira, the son of celebrated artist Albert Namatjira. The documentary follows Keith and his wife Isabel, as well as other relatives, as they interact with art galleries and tourists in Alice Springs, Central Australia. The film highlights communication difficulties between black and white, and showcases the struggles of the artists to maintain their cultural heritage in the face of urban development and commercial pressures.

Info about Sons of Namatjira

Studio(s): Australian Institute of Aboriginal Studies, Curtis Levy Productions

Originally Released: United States, Jan 01, 1975

Genres:Documentary