Finding Maawirrangga

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.

Directed by Dylan River

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Tom E. Lewis

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David Nyalik Murrungun

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John Nyalik Murrungun

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