Finding Maawirrangga

A quiet, contemplative journey into cultural memory, where ceremony and song carry the weight of mortality and belonging.

Directed by

Dylan River

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Tom E. Lewis, David Nyalik Murrungun, John Nyalik Murrungun

Overview

Tom E Lewis knows he must die with all of his Songs. After years of haunting silence, he returns to his Grandmothers’ country to seek the permission of the Jungayi (Lawmen) to learn Thumbul corroboree (Morning Star). With the family’s blessing through ceremony, the spirits, stars and ancestors help Tom prepare to find the mysterious Sandy Island of Maawirrangga by singing.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, warm and eerie. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Identity, memory, faith, family

Content

Mild language. No violence, gore or sexual content.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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