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202510 minPGdoc-short

Indigenous Histories

White Ochre

202510 minPGdoc-short

The small community of Kupungarri prepares for the Mowanjum Festival, the biggest event of the year, celebrating their connection to Country.

Indigenous Histories

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Marlikka Perdrisat

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The small community of Kupungarri prepares for the Mowanjum Festival, the biggest event of the year, celebrating their connection to Country.

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Marlikka Perdrisatdirector

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Kupungarri in northwestern Australia is a small community deeply connected to its land. The residents prepare for the Mowanjum Festival, a key annual event. Young people engage in activities that strengthen their ties to the local environment. The film documents the weeks leading up to the festival, capturing the anticipation and significance of this cultural occasion. It showcases how community members come together to celebrate their heritage and traditions.

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