Synopsis
The Carnival captures the intimate moments of the sixth-generation carnival family, the Bells, as they haul their convoy of trucks, rides and workers from Batemans Bay to Darwin and back. Filmed over seven years, their journey includes pandemic shutdowns, bushfires, persistent rain and rising fuel costs – with a dwindling economy thrown in. The close-knit family battles not only to keep Australia’s oldest show on the road, but ultimately to keep their carnival legacy alive.
The Carnival (2023) is a 1h 25min documentary feature film by Isabel Darling. The Carnival captures the intimate moments of the sixth-generation carnival family, the Bells, as they haul their con...
Key facts
Original language
English
First release
June 10, 2023
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Festival History
- Film Critics Circle of Australia Awards 2024 generic
- Melbourne International Film Festival 2023 generic - Feature
- Sydney Film Festival 2023 generic - Documentary Australia
Identifiers & sources
| TMDB | 1138519 |
