Eliza Fraser (film)

Eliza Fraser is a 1976 Australian historical drama film directed by Tim Burstall. The film stars Susannah York in the titular role of Eliza Fraser, Noel Ferrier, and John Waters. It is based on the real-life story of Eliza Fraser, a Scottish woman who was shipwrecked off the coast of Queensland, Australia, in 1836 and subsequently lived with the local Indigenous population.

The film portrays Eliza Fraser's journey from a privileged captain's wife to a castaway forced to adapt to a vastly different culture and environment. It explores themes of survival, cultural clash, and the complexities of historical narratives. The film takes liberties with the historical record, and is considered a fictionalized account of Fraser's life.

Eliza Fraser was a significant film in the Australian New Wave cinema movement, known for its exploration of Australian history and identity. It was nominated for several awards, including Best Film at the Australian Film Institute Awards.