Ten Canoes
- Adventure
- Comedy
- Drama
A story within a story within a story. In Australia's Northern Territory, an Aboriginal narrator tells a story about his ancestors on a goose hunt. A youngster on the hunt is being tempted to adultery with his elder brother's wife, so an elder tells him a story from the mythical past about how evil can slip in and cause havoc unless prevented by virtue according to customary tribal law.
Ten Canoes is a 2006 Australian adventure-comedy-drama that weaves three interconnected stories set in the Northern Territory. The film follows an Aboriginal narrator recounting tales of ancestral goose hunts, temptation, and tribal law, blending mythology with coming-of-age themes across multiple narrative layers.
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Follow an actor to track their next projects- Crusoe KurddalRidjimiraril
- Jamie GulpililDayindi / Yeeralparil
Richard BirrinbirrinBirrinbirrin
David GulpililThe Storyteller- Peter MinygululuMinygululu
- Frances DjulibingNowalingu
- Sonia DjarrabalminymBanalandju
- Cassandra Malangarri BakerMunandjarra
- Philip GudthaykudthayThe Sorcerer
- Michael DawuCanoeist/The Stranger
- Bobby BunungurrCanoeist/Uncle
- Johnny BuniyiraCanoeist/Warrior
- Billy BlackCanoeist/Warrior
- Steven Wilinydjanu MaliburrCanoeist/Warrior
Trailer
Official Trailer - TEN CANOES (2006, Rolf de Heer, Crusoe Kurddal, Jamie Gulpilil, David Gulpilil)
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Ten Canoes — frequently asked
When was Ten Canoes released?
Ten Canoes premiered on June 29, 2006.
What is the film about?
The movie presents a story within a story within a story, featuring an Aboriginal narrator who tells of his ancestors on a goose hunt in Australia's Northern Territory. When a young hunter is tempted toward adultery, an elder shares a mythical tale about how virtue and customary tribal law prevent evil from causing chaos.
Where can I watch Ten Canoes?
Ten Canoes is a theatrical release from 2006 and may be available through streaming services, rental platforms, or physical media. Check your local streaming options for current availability.
What genres does Ten Canoes belong to?
Ten Canoes is an adventure, comedy, and drama film that blends all three genres within its narrative structure.
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