Satellite Boy
Catriona Mackenzie | Australia 2012 | 95 min
In a remote community where life is cheap, and people struggle to survive, one small Aboriginal boy shows us how courage can conquer even the greatest odds.
Satellite Boy is the story of Pete, a 12 year old Aboriginal boy who lives with his elderly grandfather, Old Jagamarra. Home is the abandoned outdoor cinema in the outback town of Wyndham.
When his Grandfather’s home is threatened with demolition, Pete sees his world in jeopardy and sets off for the city. He is joined by his friend Wayne, who has his own reasons for leaving town.
Together the boys walk through epic and stunning Kimberley country and when they get lost in the bush, Pete and Wayne find true friendship. A friendship that transcends the mundane world.
The boys just make it to town by the deadline to demolish the old outdoor cinema. They find the owner of the cinema and convince him to change his plans—it may seem a small thing, but it changes and inspires the world for their families and their community.
Still image of Satellite Boy.
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28 Feb 2012 (estimate) |
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Hopscotch, Celluloid Dreams |
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David Bridie |
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Drama |
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Catriona Mackenzie directed the award-winning and cutting edge Australian drama series Remote Area Nurse (RAN) and The Circuit.
Catriona’s short films include Box, Grange, Road, Redfern Beach and The Third Note.
Other films by Catriona Mackenzie:
The Third Note (2000)
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