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202599 minPGdocumentary

Japarta

202599 minPGdocumentary

A Japanese scholar, Minoru Hokari, relayed stories from Gurindji Elders in the Northern Territory before his death in 2004 at the age of 32.

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A Japanese scholar, Minoru Hokari, relayed stories from Gurindji Elders in the Northern Territory before his death in 2004 at the age of 32.

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Ann McGrathdirector

Andrew Pikedirector

Minoru Hokaricast

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Minoru Hokari, a Japanese scholar, worked to relay Gurindji stories from the Northern Territory before his death in 2004 at age 32. Tasked by Gurindji Elders, Hokari aimed to share their culture with a wider audience. His efforts continue to resonate today, reflecting a commitment to cross-cultural understanding. The film runs for 99 minutes and was released in 2025.

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