Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse
Join us for a special NAIDOC Week Film Night at Brisbane Powerhouse on Friday 12 July 2024. Celebrating First Nations cinema and storytelling, this event is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Indigenous culture and artistry.
Film Lineup:
Marungka Tjalatjunu (Dipped in Black) [MA15+]
Directed by Derik Lynch & Matthew Thorne
Duration: 25 minutes
Experience the mesmerising journey of Derik Lynch, a queer Yankunytjatjara artist, as he returns to his hometown of Aputula to perform a sacred dance on his ancestral Inmar ground. Marungka Tjalatjunu (Dipped in Black) is a multi-disciplinary film and photographic art project that delves into Derik's childhood memories, offering a profound exploration of growing up in Central Australia.
Intermission: 10 minutes
Take a break and indulge in refreshments during our brief intermission.
The New Boy [MA13+]
Written & Directed by Warwick Thornton
Starring Aswan Reid, Deborah Mailman, Wayne Blair, and Cate Blanchett
Duration: 116 minutes
Set in a remote monastery in 1940s Australia, The New Boy follows the journey of a young Aboriginal orphan boy who is brought into a Christian mission run by a renegade nun. As he encounters Jesus for the first time, his Indigenous spirituality clashes with the mission's Christianity, leading to a gripping tale of spiritual struggle and the quest for truth.
Accessibility:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that the following films may contain images and voices of people who have died.
If you or any member of your party requires assistance or has accessibility requirements, please contact the Box Office at 07 3358 8600 or via email at info@brisbanepowerhouse.org.
Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Indigenous voices and narratives through the power of cinema. Join us for a memorable NAIDOC Week Film Night at Brisbane Powerhouse.
Brisbane Powerhouse is Queensland’s home for contemporary culture, a magnificent power station of the 1920s reborn as an arts centre on the Brisbane River.
As Brisbane City Council’s premier arts venue, the much-loved building stages more than 1250 performances a year including a program of festivals, as well as hundreds of events and functions from weddings to conferences, all the while housing heritage-listed graffiti, riverside bars and restaurants, visual arts exhibitions and of course the stories of all who have ventured, laughed and shared memories within its living walls.
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