On 12 July 1979 the Gilbert Islands in the central Pacific became independent from British rule. The country then became known as Kiribati. This film shows the lifestyle of the people of these 33 islands, their history and culture, the natural resources and the effects of colonialism, World War Two, nuclear testing and foreign industry. It also records the celebrations that took place at this important moment in the country's history and looks to the nation's future.
Genre: Documentary
Stars:
Crew: John Shaw (Director)
Country: Australia
Language: English
Studio: National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA)
Runtime: 52 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Jan 01, 1980
IMDb: 10
Keywords:kiribati, gilbertese
