Tom Lewis searches for his father's grave across Australia, reflecting on his mixed Aboriginal and European heritage.
“I'm not black, I'm not white, I'm a yellow fella and I'm gonna stay that way”
Synopsis
Tom Lewis searches for his father's grave across Australia, reflecting on his mixed Aboriginal and European heritage.
Synopsis
Tom E. Lewis travels across Australia in search of his father's resting place. His father, a Welshman, was absent from his life. Lewis’s mother is from southern Arnhem Land. He reflects on his role in the 1978 film "The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith." Throughout the 25-minute documentary, he examines his mixed heritage. He confronts the feelings of love and belonging that arise from his Aboriginal and European ancestry. The film was directed by Ivan Sen and released in 2005.
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Why Watch
- Meet Tom Lewis and his unique heritage.
- Find out about his father's absence and its impact.
- See the landscapes of Australia as a personal backdrop.
Did You Know
- Tom Lewis's mother is from southern Arnhem Land.
- Lewis played a role in the 1978 film 'The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith.'
- The film 'Yellow Fella' was released in 2005 and runs for 25 minutes.
- The documentary is directed by Ivan Sen.
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Who directed the documentary Yellow Fella?
Ivan Sen directed the documentary Yellow Fella.
What is the runtime of Yellow Fella?
The runtime of Yellow Fella is 25 minutes.
What is Tom E. Lewis's heritage in Yellow Fella?
Tom E. Lewis has a mixed heritage with a mother from southern Arnhem Land and an absent Welsh father.
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