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Deep Dive: Bunyip Dreaming (1990)

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Bunyip Dreaming
Bunyip Dreaming presents the Aboriginal worldview of the Dreamtime, which encompasses various dreaming stories. The film invites viewers to observe nature closely, suggesting that looking at elements like birds, stones, or waves can reveal deeper meanings. This perspective is woven throughout the film's narrative. The documentary features prominent surfers Luke Egan, Munga Barry, and Mark Occhilupo as they navigate the Australian coastline. The film is accompanied by music from notable bands such as Not Drowning Waving, Yothu Yindi, and INXS, enhancing the cultural context of the surfing experience depicted.

Why Watch

  • •See Luke Egan surf iconic Australian waves.
  • •Find out about the Aboriginal Dreamtime perspective.
  • •Meet Munga Barry and his surfing techniques.

Did You Know

•The film features surfers Luke Egan, Munga Barry, and Mark Occhilupo.
•Bunyip Dreaming was released in 1990 and has a duration of 40 minutes.
•The music includes tracks from bands like INXS and Yothu Yindi.

Perfect For

Surfing enthusiastsAboriginal culture fansExtreme sports viewers