Issues in the Film & Filmmaking Process
Explaining the context of the film and the land and the issues at play in the movie, especially around mining and indigenous land rights in Australia.
A 30-minute Talk plus Question and Answer with the audience exploring the issues raised in the film. Explaining the nuances and details of the world in which the film was set. Drawing comparisons to the colonial problems faced by many indigenous people around the world as they try and protect their homelands from the influential resource-hungry commercial sectors.
- Duration: 20 min
Date
- 03 Mar 2024
- Expired!
Time
- 13:25 - 13:45
Labels
- Talk
Organizer
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Xposure International Photography Festival
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Phone
+971 6 512 3411 -
Email
info@xposure.net -
Website
https://xposure.net
Speaker
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Nicholas WrathallNicholas Wrathall, an award-winning filmmaker, gained early experience in film while attending Sydney University and Nth Sydney Film & TV. Relocating to New York at 22, he interned with Jayne Loader and later produced Madonna’s “Frozen,” winning the 1998 MTV Award. His documentaries, like “Gore Vidal: The United States of Amnesia,” explore social issues, earning prestigious awards. His work spans major festivals and impact campaigns, reflecting his commitment to critical inquiry through filmmaking.
