At a glance
Namatjira the Painter is a 1947 documentary about Australian artist Albert Namatjira. Directed by Lee Robinson, the film follows aspects of Namatjira’s background and his connection with Rex Battarbee, as well as the way he learned to paint. Its subject makes it an entry point for viewers interested in a documentary portrait of an artist and the development of his work. The film is listed as an English-language documentary from Australia. Its focus brings together personal background, an artistic relationship and the process of learning to paint, rather than presenting only a general account of the artist. Viewers looking for documentaries about Albert Namatjira or artist biographies can use these details to judge whether this film suits their interests.
Who it is for
It suits viewers interested in Albert Namatjira, Australian documentary films, or accounts of an artist’s background and learning process.
What is good
- Focuses on artist Albert Namatjira
- Covers his relationship with Rex Battarbee
- Addresses how he learned to paint
- Directed by Lee Robinson
What to know first
- Released in 1947
Verdict
Namatjira the Painter offers a concise documentary focus on the artist’s background, artistic relationship and learning to paint. Its listed language is English.
Details
- Year
- 1947wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Director
- Lee Robinsonwikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- Country
- Australiawikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
- IMDb
- tt1813523wikidata.org · 3 Oct 2026
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Sources
- wikidata.org/wiki/Q6961343· checked 3 Oct 2026
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Namatjira_the_Painter· checked 2 Oct 2026