Terra Nullius
1992, English. Directed by Anne Pratten.
Loosely based on the filmmaker's personal experience, "Terra Nullius" is an impressionistic account of an eight year old Koori girl, Alice, growing up in a white adoptive family which denies her Aboriginality. The film examines how unacknowledged shame and fear passes from one generation to the next, from one culture to another. The last scene depicts a silent meeting between the young Alice and the adult Alice. In order to reclaim her life, Alice decides she must confront the pain and confusion of her childhood.
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- 0h 21m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 January 1992
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Anne Pratten
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Terra Nullius is based on a true story.
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What movies are like Terra Nullius?
If you liked Terra Nullius, try Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, The Brave, Goodnight, Mister Tom.
Who directed Terra Nullius?
Terra Nullius (1992) was directed by Anne Pratten and stars Michelle Lacombe, Olivia Patten, Wendy Playfair.
What is Terra Nullius based on?
Terra Nullius is based on a true story.