King of the River
Matt Rumbelow writes…
During the recent research into Rumbelow family maritime history, I was contacted by Chris Frizell who knew the new owners of the Rumbelow fishing boat The Rambler when it was based out of Kangaroo Island. Chris, a retired merchant seaman on ketches such as the Falie and Nelcebee, also shared an article from the History Trust of SA regarding the upcoming premiere of the King of the River documentary.
The film centers on Ian King, the late Harbor Master of American River inlet, as well as colleague and mentor of Chris. The documentary has connections to towns like Victor Harbor and especially the coastal people along the trading routes across South Australia. It also captures the inevitable changes over time from working harbour to a holiday destination.
Coincidentally, Ian King's daughter Vivien Osborn now lives in Victor and has supported our efforts to screen this documentary at the Victa Cinemas in late July.
The King of the River documentary is a stunning visual journey into the unheralded maritime and merchant shipping history that shaped American River and Kangaroo Island. The film tells the story of the American River settlement as told by the passionate harbour master the late Mr Ian "Kingy" King and the people who knew him best.
Walkley Award-winning filmmaker Daniel Clarke interviewed Kingy during the final week of his life, following which he donated a large collection of stunning historic imagery, most of which has never been seen publicly.
Ian Kings daughter Vivien, now a Victor Harbor resident will be in attendance as will Chris Frizell, a retired merchant seaman and Ketch historian who sailed out of American River on vessels such as the Falie and Nelcebee.
July Screening
Saturday 26th July
2pm Session Victa Cinema
37-41 Ocean St, Victor Harbor SA 5211
PG rated. Run time 1hr 7min
Producer and Director, Daniel Clarke
Ad Hoc Docs
Tickets $15 per person. No freelist or concessions. Food and drinks available for purchase at the cinema.
Book Tickets Online
https://www.victacinemas.com.au/
Limited tickets will be available at the door.