Thought provoking, revelatory and inspiring – this feature length documentary from Blackfella Films (Total Control, Redfern Now) tells the story of Bruce Pascoe’s 2014 best-selling book, Dark Emu, which challenged thinking around Australian history.

The book makes the explosive claims that First Nations people were not only hunters and gatherers but also farmers who were part of a complex economic system. But Dark Emu has ignited a fierce debate, sparking searing criticism and academics and conservative commentators have lined up to pour scorn upon Pascoe’s work and question the knowledge of the First Australians.

Date: Wednesday 15th October 2025

TIme: 1pm - 3pm

Disclaimer: Once the film commences it cannot be replayed or paused.