Movies

Warm Strangers

Synopsis

Ivan Sen (Mystery Road) directed the stunning short film Warm Strangers while a student at the Australian Film Television and Radio School.

In the last moments of his life, Jess, a young Aboriginal man, attempts to reunite with the father he has not seen for years.

A short subject whose dialogue consists of a single word, "Dad".

Details

Cast
Brad Byquar - son
Arthur Dignam - father
Tanith Glynn - girl
Release dates
1997 - Australia
Rating
PG - Parental guidance
Notes

A short subject filmed with a hand-held camera in black and white. The partly blurred view through the eyes of the son adds to its strong atmospheric message.

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Korff, J 2021, Warm Strangers, <https://stage.creativespirits.info/resources/movies/warm-strangers>, retrieved 17 November 2024

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