The Fringe People


30m 1987

Brief Synopsis

A documentary examining the controversy between the Aborigines (literally, "native inhabitants") of Australia and the national government over issues of land ownership, civil rights, and even sovereignty. The program features interviews with members of the Aboriginal Land Rights Support Group. Also

Film Details

Also Known As
For Our Times (02/15/87), Fringe People
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987
Production Company
CBS News

Technical Specs

Duration
30m

Synopsis

A documentary examining the controversy between the Aborigines (literally, "native inhabitants") of Australia and the national government over issues of land ownership, civil rights, and even sovereignty. The program features interviews with members of the Aboriginal Land Rights Support Group. Also included are interviews with church officials, many of whom support the Aborigines' struggle and have been involved in protests on behalf of a group called "The Fringe Dwellers."

Film Details

Also Known As
For Our Times (02/15/87), Fringe People
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
1987
Production Company
CBS News

Technical Specs

Duration
30m

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