First Contact
Originally released in 1982. First Contact is a documentary film. directed by Robin Anderson. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michael Leahy, Daniel Leahy, and James Leahy
Synopsis
First Contact is a 1983 documentary by Bob Connolly and Robin Anderson which recounts the discovery of a flourishing native population in the interior highlands of New Guinea in 1930 in what had been thought to be an uninhabited area. It is based on the book of the same name by the same authors. Inhabitants of the region and surviving members of the Leahy brothers' gold prospecting party recount their astonishment at this unforeseen meeting. The film includes still photographs taken by a member of the expedition and contemporary footage of the island's terrain. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
0h 58m
58 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Arundel Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Contact about?
First Contact is a 1983 documentary by Bob Connolly and Robin Anderson which recounts the discovery of a flourishing native population in the interior highlands of New Guinea in 1930 in what had be...
Who directed First Contact?
First Contact was directed by Robin Anderson.
How long is First Contact?
First Contact has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).
When was First Contact released?
First Contact was released on October 1, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in First Contact?
The main cast of First Contact includes Michael Leahy, Daniel Leahy, James Leahy.