Debuting at the Sydney Film Festival, Grace McKenzie's Yumburra is a lyrical ode to doing things differently
The documentary 'Yumburra' follows author Bruce Pascoe as he establishes a farm and explores Indigenous agricultural history. The film, directed by Grace McKenzie, highlights Pascoe's connection to the land and his efforts to challenge colonial narratives.
Why it matters
It provides a cultural perspective on Indigenous history and land management, challenging long-standing historical myths in Australia.
It took years for Bruce Pascoe to agree to let Grace McKenzie film him for her documentary. ( Supplied: Madman Entertainment )
The article reports on a cultural event and the subject's personal narrative without taking a political stance on the controversy.
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