IndigifestOZ on Walyalup Waterfront

In honour of NAIDOC week, Gage Roads Freo have partnered with CinefestOZ to bring IndigifestOZ to Walyalup. Join us at Gage Freo, on Thursday 6th July, as we come together to celebrate the ancient tradition of storytelling through the art of film.

IndigifestOZ showcases quality Indigenous film works and engages filmgoers through a combination of both Feature Film screenings and Short Film events and in Community settings. In promoting Aboriginal film works, new audiences develop, as does an increased awareness and understanding of culture and appreciation of Aboriginal talent.

Enjoy a lineup of West Australian Short Films, followed by live music from the talented local legend, Lachy John.

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FILM LINE UP

Survivors of Wadjemup

Written, Directed and Produced by Dr Glen Stasiuk

WADJEMUP or Rottnest Island is sacred to Aboriginal people. Thousands of Aboriginal men were imprisoned on this island from 1838 – 1931. Now hear from the descendants.

On My Fathers Country

Directed by Vince Carter | Produced by Mitch Torres | Staring Lydia Ozies and Jesse Simpson

Bloggers Lydia and Jesse explore the dusty roads of the Kimberley and search for old knowledge on how to survive on country.

Marrimarrigun

Written by Dot West and Dianne Appleby | Directed by Kimberley West | Produced by Jodie Bell

During the incoming tide, two young boys find themselves stranded on the sandbar, lost to their people forever. Marrimarrigun, the giant spirit returns them to their people as men.

Elders

Written by Tracey Rigney | Directed by Tony Briggs | Produced by Damienne Pradier

Two Elders feel that their grandson is old enough to start learning vitally important lessons that will equip him with the necessary tools to maintain the future survival of his culture. This classroom is the expansive country of his ancestors. But is he ready for the challenge that is placed before him, and will he know what to do when the time comes?

Wirnitj

Written and Directed by Karla Hart

Produced by Komixx – Amanda Morrison, Roslyn Park, Lucy Verity

Starring Tjiirdm McGuire, Jesselle Heasman, Jago Field, Della Rae Morrison, Ian Michael

Joyce’s arrival at a summer camp marks the unravelling of Wirnitj (bad spirits), changing the lives of Aden and Steven forever.

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Gage Roads Freo is situated at Walyalup Waterfront on Whadjuk Nyoongar Boodjar. We acknowledge the Whadjuk people as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waterways and extend our respect to their Elders, past and present.

We offer our heartfelt gratitude to the Whadjuk community and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who continue to care for Country and share their knowledge – this generosity and wisdom helps us to understand and navigate Country safely and respectfully.

IndigifestOZ is a dedicated First Nations program that runs as part of the CinifestOZ Film Festival. The CinifestOZ Film Festival runs from 29 August to 3 September in WA's beautiful South West. Over six days film screenings and events, school, community, and industry programs will be held across Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River.