Walkabout
"A boy and girl face the challenge of the world's last frontier."
Originally released in 1971. Walkabout is a adventure/drama film. directed by Nicolas Roeg.
Starring Jenny Agutter, Luc Roeg, and David Gulpilil
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 1, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (427 votes)
Budget
$1M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,000,000
Production Companies
- Si Litvinoff Film Production
- Max L. Raab Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walkabout about?
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, ...
Who directed Walkabout?
Walkabout was directed by Nicolas Roeg.
How long is Walkabout?
Walkabout has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Walkabout released?
Walkabout was released on July 1, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Walkabout?
The main cast of Walkabout includes Jenny Agutter, Luc Roeg, David Gulpilil, John Meillon, Robert McDarra.
Is Walkabout worth watching?
Walkabout has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 427 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.