Synopsis

Set on Australia’s west coast, *Bran Nue Dae* is a road movie, coming-of-age comedy musical that celebrates the adventure of finding home. It’s the summer of 1969, and young Willie is filled with the life of the idyllic old pearling port Broome. However, his mother Theresa has great hopes for him and returns him to the religious mission in Perth for further schooling. After being punished for an act of youthful rebellion, Willie runs away from the mission. But where can he go? He’s too ashamed to return home, as it would break his mother’s heart. Down on his luck, he meets an old man, whom he calls ‘Uncle’ Tadpole, and together they con a couple of hippies into taking them on a journey through the spectacular landscape back to Broome. Willie learns the hard and funny lessons he needs to get home. Upon returning to Broome, Willie uncovers a big secret.

Director

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  • Rachel Perkins
  • Director Rachel Perkins is of Arrernte and Kalkadoon descent. She studied at the Australian Indigenous Media Association in Alice Springs and at the Australian Film, Television and Radio School. She worked for six years in production at the Indigenous TV unit at SBS and ABC. Her directorial works include *Radiance*, *One Night the Moon*, and others. These films have been screened at major festivals such as Berlin, London, Toronto, Moscow, and Sundance, winning numerous awards.