This is left unexplained; the beginning subtly hints that the father is troubled and unhappy with civilized life. He is an Englishman that has moved his family to Australia, and appears to have difficulty adapting to his new surroundings. It has also been suggested he had something to do with the failure of the mine shown at the end of the film, as the papers he reads in his car are about minerals.
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- How long is Walkabout?1 hour and 40 minutes
- When was Walkabout released?July 1, 1971
- What is the IMDb rating of Walkabout?7.6 out of 10
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- Who are the characters in Walkabout?Girl, White Boy, Black Boy, and Father
- What is the plot of Walkabout?Two city-bred siblings are stranded in the Australian Outback, where they learn to survive with the aid of an Aboriginal boy on his "walkabout": a ritual separation from his tribe.
- How much did Walkabout earn at the worldwide box office?$1,890
- What is Walkabout rated?GP
- What genre is Walkabout?Adventure and Drama
- How many awards has Walkabout won?1 award
- How many awards has Walkabout been nominated for?2 nominations
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