After committing a crime for which he is likely to be jailed, a Yolngu teenager convinces two of his childhood friends to join him on a journey from North East Arnhem Land to Darwin to seek help from a tribal leader.
Acting
Non-professional teen cast brings devastating authenticity.
Cinematography
Arnhem Land shot like a living, breathing ancestor.
Direction
Johnson lets silence and landscape do the talking.
Director
Stephen Johnson
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
First feature filmed in Northeast Arnhem Land with full Yolngu community collaboration; elders reviewed scripts for cultural accuracy.
Sean Mununggurr (Botj) was discovered at a local basketball court—his performance was his first time acting, ever.
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