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202258 minPGdocumentary

Looking Black

202258 minPGdocumentary

Fifty-eight minutes of Indigenous storytelling at the ABC prompt conversations about the experiences of First Nations journalists and presenters.

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Fifty-eight minutes of Indigenous storytelling at the ABC prompt conversations about the experiences of First Nations journalists and presenters.

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Dana Bradshawdirector

Dan Bourchiercast

Deborah Mailman

Deborah Mailmancast

Leah Purcell

Leah Purcellcast

Miriam Corowacast

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At the ABC, First Nations journalists and storytellers discuss their experiences and the role of Indigenous storytelling in media. "Looking Black" presents conversations that address their challenges and influences. The documentary runs for 58 minutes and premiered in 2022. It offers an insight into the perspectives of those working to reshape narratives within Australian media.

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