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19811h 27m

Status

Released

Release

1981

Runtime

1h 27m

Storyline

"A breathtaking act of artistic dis-honesty"

Walter Burton's realistic photographs depicting poor treatment of Maori prisoners are rejected by late 19th century government officials. Walter is condemned to making a living from everyday studio work, the frustration of which is apparently quite sufficient to make him a drunk. His brother Alfred is happy to take the photos that the officials want and therefore gets the commissions. Alfred's photos are well received, but when Walter shows his own photos, toughs are sent around to smash up his plates.

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Details

Status
Released
Runtime
1h 27m
Oct 1, 1981
Languages
English
Production Countries
New Zealand