Film Lens
Fair Game focuses on Heritier Lumumba, a prominent AFL player, who spoke out against a racist comment made by Eddie McGuire, the president of his club. The film captures the fallout from this incident, including a media storm and an on-air confrontation that painted Lumumba in a negative light. It features insights from Lumumba, his family, and friends, as well as commentary from AFL figures like Mick Malthouse and Nick Maxwell.
The documentary provides a personal look at Lumumba's experiences as a man of color in a predominantly white sport. It addresses themes of racism and equality in Australia, illustrating how Lumumba's stance challenged societal norms and expectations within the AFL community.
Why Watch
- •Meet Heritier Lumumba, a courageous AFL player.
- •See the impact of racism in Australian sports.
- •Follow the media storm after McGuire's comment.
Did You Know
•Eddie McGuire made a racist comment about Adam Goodes in 2013.
•Heritier Lumumba was in the middle of his best AFL season when he spoke out.
•The film features commentary from AFL legends like Mick Malthouse.
•Lumumba was portrayed as overly sensitive in media coverage following the incident.
Perfect For
AFL fansRacial equality advocatesSports journalism enthusiasts