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Indonesia Calling (1946)

Movie ★ 6.1 23 min

Documentary

Filmed secretly in Sydney by Dutch documentarian Joris Ivens, this short records the solidarity of Indonesian seamen, Australian trade unionists, and local activists who refused to support Dutch efforts to restore colonial rule after World War II. More than a chronicle, it was an act of protest that aligned cinema with the Indonesian independence movement.

Joris Ivens Director Catherine Duncan Writer Joris Ivens Writer

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Quick facts

Released
August 9, 1946
Runtime
23 min
IMDb
tt0038639
Country
Language
Studio
Waterside Workers Federation Film Unit

Themes

Cast

Peter Finch Peter Finch Self - Narrator (voice) Edmund Allison Catherine Duncan Self - Narrator (voice) Jim Healey Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Indonesia Calling about?
Filmed secretly in Sydney by Dutch documentarian Joris Ivens, this short records the solidarity of Indonesian seamen, Australian trade unionists, and local activists who refused to support Dutch efforts to restore colonial rule after World War II. More than a chronicle, it was an act of protest that aligned cinema with the Indonesian independence movement.
Who directed Indonesia Calling?
Indonesia Calling was directed by Joris Ivens.
Who stars in Indonesia Calling?
Indonesia Calling stars Peter Finch, Edmund Allison, Catherine Duncan, Jim Healey.
When was Indonesia Calling released?
Indonesia Calling is a 1946 documentary film.
Where can I watch Indonesia Calling?
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