Strength and power is relational. In this short film of layered film, voice over, and composition, intergenerational relationships between Aboriginal women, their kinship system and their living connection to Country, practice and power are explored. Jarda Bura, Gurri Bura, Jarda Ngarli, Gurri Ngarli highlights women’s stories of strength, the leadership they draw collectively from their relationships, and the importance of cultural transmission.
Co-created with Ngarluma and Yindjibarndi women from Ieramugadu (Roebourne), this is a story of matriarchal strengths, and the enduring leadership of First Nations women.
NSW PREMIERE
Cultural & Language Advisers: Berry Malcolm, Maudie Jerrold, Janelle Mowarin, Allery Sandy, Michelle Adams
Creative Team: Jessica Allan, Nina Allen, Leith Alexander, Rebecca Riggs-Bennett, Anna Cadden, Genevieve Dugard, Adelina Larsson-Mendoza, Claire Leach, Robyn Marias
Community Producers: Bodhi Aulich-Croll, Zoe Street
Cast: Berry Malcom, Anne Jacobs, Maudie Jerrold, Allery Sandy, Janelle Mowarin, Verdelle Jerrold, Michelle Adams, Mae Mae Jeffries, Kimberley Wilson, Lauriann Walters, Bella Warrie, Karella Walker, Hannah Phillips, Lashonrae Long, Jessica Allan, Nina Derrell, Trinity Mowarin, Penny Wally, Renee Wally, Owneika Guiness, Coby Guiness, Ella Togo, Shaykarni Smith
- Director: Genevieve Dugard
- Writer: Nina Allen
- Producer: Big hART, WA Museum- Boola Bardip
- Runtime: 12min
- Year: 2024
- Country: Australia
