Yolngu Boy

Yolngu Boy (2001)

22 Mar 2001 • Adventure, Drama • 1h 28m
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Lorrpu, Botj and Milika are three Yolngu (Aboriginal) teenagers who once shared a childhood dream of becoming great hunters together. But as teenagers they changed: Botj did bad things which landed him in jail one time, and Milika is more interested in being a good football player and in chicks. Only Lorrpu is still closer to Aboriginal traditions and to their common dream. One night Botj goes too far and he's about to return to jail. Lorrpu must weigh up his own future against saving the future of his friend. Therefore the three boys start to trek to Darwin to argue Botj's case with tribal leader Dawu. To survive during their hard journey in the bush and the forest, they must use the ancient Aboriginal knowledge, Botj's street instinct, and the bonds of their friendship.

Stephen Johnson
Director
Chris Anastassiades
Writer
John Sebastian Pilakui, Nathan Daniels, Sean Mununggurr
Starring

Language: English, Gumatj
Awards: 2 wins & 4 nominations
Country: Australia
Metacritic Score:
DVD Release Date: 21 Jul 2020
Box Office Total:

6.5

IMDb (384 votes)
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