Tuesday 6th September



Yolngu Boy

Yolngu Boy, which was released on 15 March 2001 and directed by Stephen Johnson is a film about three young teenage boys who have shared a dream since childhood of becoming great hunters. However it seems they are caught between the traditions of old and a new world of football and rap with a definite need for street smarts, which gives rise to a doctrine all its own. The dreams seems ever elusive as each of the boys seems to be drawn in opposite directions; one boy seems more interested in football and girls than he is of learning the traditions of his culture, while another is a lost soul who is walking a fine line to the wild side in search of a place. Their paths are deviating from their initial plan, but only one of the boys can see it and now seems to be the only one to care about their dream. Essentially it is a heartfelt film that delves into the concept of each individual needing to find their own path and their own personal journey along with exploring the important bonds of their friendship. It was an enjoyable film that can be appreciated by anyone who has ever had to make choices and treasured friendships.