We of the Never Never (1982)
The story of the love and courage of a remarkable woman
Genre : Drama, Western
Runtime : 2H 14M
Director : Igor Auzins
Writer : Peter Schreck
Synopsis
Based on the well-loved Australian classic by Mrs. Aeneas Gunn, this is the remarkable true story of Jeannie Gunn, a woman who fought to overcome sexual and racial prejudice amid the harsh beauties of the outback. Leaving her Melbourne existence for a new life on her husband's isolated ranch, Jeannie's feisty, good-natured attitude soon wins over the misogynistic stockmen, but she faces a much tougher challenge in trying to change their racist attitudes towards the indigenous aboriginal population.
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