Wayibu Dhumba Shorts Program

Australia
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68 mins
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Wayibu Dhumba means 'little talk or short stories' in Woiwurrung, the language of the Wurundjeri people. A selection of Australian short films curated by our Artistic Director Tony Briggs. Come on journey with us and share in the yarns from mob across Australia.

Classification
Unclassified - No age restrictions

Bangay Lore

Australia
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2022
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15 mins

The journey of a young Aboriginal dancer as he struggles with acceptance of his culture outside of the theatre.

Directors
Jahvis Loveday (Bundjalung | Djiru)Kiahma O’Donovan

Ornmol

Australia
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2025
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10 mins

Kids of Kupungarri prepare for the Mowanjum Festival.

Director
Marlikka Perdrisat (Nyikina Warrwa | Wangkumara Barkindji)

The Tale of Mr Kimberley

Australia
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2022
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6 mins

He is known by the people as Mr Kimberley, but his mates just call him Sam. This is a man who has a tale to tell, he was part of the stolen generation; became a master stockman running cattle in wild landscapes and came to be known as the godfather of tourism in the Kimberley.

Directors
Sam Lovell (Nyikina )Jake Blackburn

To Be Silent

Australia
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2022
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9 mins

In To Be Silent, Noongar and Spinifex Aboriginal woman Tace Stevens explores the impact of code-switching on her identity, before revealing what led her to embrace the power of standing firm in who she is, no matter where she is.

Director
Tace Stevens (Noongar)

Tjawinaku Tjukurrpa

Australia
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2023
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18 mins

Tjawina Nampitjinpa Porter is my mother. She has lived her life in a desert country, a world away from the cities of Australia. It’s an arid land – a beautiful land – a network of water sources that are ours. The richness of Tjawina’s knowledge and skill comes from a life spanning immense societal change. Thanks to the power of her storytelling and her endless generosity, Tjawina continues to give not just to her families, but to the entire world.

Directors
Dr Lizzie Ellis (Ngaanyatjarra)Matt Woodham