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Alternative title: Australian Stories : Indigenous Film
Issue Details: First known date: 2012... 2012 Indigenous Film
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'Indigenous film either portrays Indigenous people, issues and stories or is film made by Indigenous Australians. While Indigenous film is a small part, it is a highly significant part of Australia's culture. The portrayal of Indigenous issues and people in film provides a unique insight into Australia's relationship with its Indigenous peoples and heritage. Indigenous film can also be a means of expression for Indigenous experience and Indigenous culture.

'Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, issues and stories have often been stereotyped and marginalised in Australian society. Australia's film history paints a similar picture. However, there are films that portray Indigenous people as self conscious and aware and not as a mysterious or dangerous 'other'. The portrayal of Indigenous issues go hand in hand with real world measures to achieve reconciliation.' (Introduction)

Notes

  • Warning. Australian Stories may contain the names and images of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people now deceased. Australian Stories also contain links to sites that may use images of Aboriginal and Islander people now deceased.

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