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Nine convict women defy colonial oppression in the wilds of 19th-century Australia.

JOURNEY AMONG WOMEN

Savagery and passion amongst the wild women convicts of early Australia.

1977 · 1h 33m · NR · Drama / History / Western · IMDB TMDB

Nine women convicts escape from a prison hell-hole and dare to create a savage world free of man.

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What is Journey Among Women about?

Journey Among Women is a 1977 Australian drama, history, and western film directed by Tom Cowan about a group of female convicts who escape brutal conditions and forge their own community in the wilderness.

Programmer's Pick

Ozploitation goes bush with feminist teeth: this isn’t your average Western, but a raw, experimental journey through freedom, repression, and revenge. Come for the corsets and horseback riding, stay for the bush survival and body paint.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Set against the harsh backdrop of colonial Australia, Journey Among Women follows Elizabeth Harrington, the privileged daughter of a judge advocate, as she chooses to aid female convicts suffering under appalling conditions. Together, the women orchestrate a daring escape into the unforgiving bush, accompanied by Elizabeth, who abandons her life of privilege and her engagement to Captain McEwan. The group’s survival hinges on Kameragul, an Aboriginal girl who teaches them how to endure the wilderness, though hardship and malnutrition quickly take their toll. As these disparate women struggle to survive, bond, and challenge the repressive forces that shaped their lives, the film explores themes of power, resilience, and the possibility of forging new identities far from the reach of colonial society.

Details & Specs

Director
Tom Cowan
Writers
Tom Cowan, John Weiley, Dorothy Hewett
Release
1977
Runtime
1h 33m
Country
Australia
Language
English
Genres
Drama, History, Western
Also Known As
Viaje alrededor de la mujer, Gynaikes sti zougla

Cast & Crew

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Director: Tom Cowan Writers: Tom Cowan +2 more
JP June Pritchard Elizabeth Harrington MP Martin Phelan Capt. McEwan Nell Campbell Nell Campbell Meg Lillian Crombie Lillian Crombie Kameragul DF Diane Fuller Bess TJ Therese Jack Kate HL Helenka Link Jane JK Jude Kuring Grace RL Rose Lilley Emily RM Robyn Moase Moira LP Lisa Peers Charlotte KS Kay Self Sheila TE Tim Elliott Doctor Hargreaves MJ Michelle Johnson Biddie

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Why Cult

Feminist Bush Western

A rare Australian Western where women escape prison and struggle to survive—and govern—themselves in the wild.

Aboriginal Survival Tactics

Kameragul, an Aboriginal girl, teaches the escapees how to endure the Australian wilderness.

Revenge and Repression

Themes of sexual repression and vengeance collide, setting this apart from standard period dramas.

Ozploitation Attitude

With elements of exploitation, nudity, and power struggles, it’s a bold entry in the Ozploitation canon.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Journey Among Women released? +

Journey Among Women was released in 1977.

Who directed Journey Among Women? +

Journey Among Women was directed by Tom Cowan.

How long is Journey Among Women? +

Journey Among Women runs for 93 minutes.

What genre is Journey Among Women? +

Journey Among Women is a drama, history, and western film.

Where can I watch Journey Among Women? +

Journey Among Women is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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