The Hungry Miles (1954)
Plot — What is The Hungry Miles about?
The Hungry Miles is a documentary made by the Waterside Workers Federation Film Unit. It documents industrial relations on the waterfront since the 1930s and includes dramatised scenes of working conditions during the Depression. It also recounts the background to the Federal Governments 1954 amendments to the Stevedoring Industry Act, which proposed to give shipowners the right to directly recruit wharf labour and bypass the union; shows workers demonstrating; contrasts the gap between industry and workers in the division of profits; and evokes the spirit of the Eureka Stockade in portraying the solidarity amongst waterside workers.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1954 |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 26 min |
The Hungry Miles — FAQ
Is The Hungry Miles worth watching? The Hungry Miles is a documentary made by the Waterside Workers Federation Film Unit. It documents industrial relations on the waterfront since the 1930s and includes dramatised scenes of working conditions during the De
Who directed The Hungry Miles? Directed by Keith Gow.
Where can I stream The Hungry Miles? Streaming availability for The Hungry Miles is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Hungry Miles release? It released in 1954.