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Walkabout (1971)

"A boy and girl face the challenge of the world's last frontier."

7.319711h 35mEN
AdventureDrama

Directed by Nicolas Roeg

Rating

7.3/10

Runtime

1h 35m

Language

EN

Release

July 1, 1971

Director

Nicolas Roeg

Official Trailer

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Overview

Under the pretense of having a picnic, a geologist takes his teenage daughter and 6-year-old son into the Australian outback and attempts to shoot them. When he fails, he turns the gun on himself, and the two city-bred children must contend with harsh wilderness alone. They are saved by a chance enc...

Cast

Jenny Agutter

Jenny Agutter

Girl

Luc Roeg

Luc Roeg

White Boy

David Gulpilil

David Gulpilil

Black Boy

John Meillon

John Meillon

Man

Robert McDarra

Robert McDarra

Man

Peter Carver

Peter Carver

No Hoper

John Illingsworth

John Illingsworth

Young Man

Hilary Bamberger

Hilary Bamberger

Woman

Barry Donnelly

Barry Donnelly

Australian Scientist

Noeline Brown

Noeline Brown

German Scientist

Carlo Manchini

Carlo Manchini

Italian Scientist

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Walkabout (1971), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Under the pretense of having a picnic, a geologist takes his teenage daughter and 6-year-old son into the Australian outback and attempts to shoot them. When he fails, he turns the gun on himself, and the two city-bred children must contend with harsh wilderness alone. They are saved by a chance encounter with an Aboriginal boy who shows them how to survive, and in the process underscores the disharmony between nature and modern life.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Walkabout. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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