Discover the life and transformative work of Japanese historian and anthropologist Minoru Hokari, who came to Australia’s Northern Territory to study Indigenous history and culture first-hand after being inspired by the Gurindji people’s Wave Hill Walk-off in 1966.
The film traces the spiritual connection Minoru – who was given the “skin name” of Japarta by the community – developed with the Gurindji Elders. Before his untimely death at age 32 in 2004, they tasked him with the extraordinary mission of sharing their unique historical worldview with an international audience.
Co-directed by ANU Film Group founding member Dr Andrew Pike OAM and ProfessorAnn McGrath, the documentary incorporates Minoru's own footage and powerful interviews with his colleagues, family, and the Gurindji people he lived with. It's a testament to cross-cultural understanding and a vital piece of Australian and Indigenous history.
Andrew and Ann will be in attendance in person for a post-screening Q&A with a very special guest: Yuki Hokari, Minoru's sister.
The ANU Film Group is Australia's largest film society and screens more than 200 films a year on campus in the purpose-built, 300-seat Kambri Cinema. Memberships are open to all and start from $15. For more information, please visit www.anufg.org.au
Location
Lowitja O'Donoghue Cultural Centre (Building #153)
Acton, ACT, 2600
Speakers
- Dr Andrew Pike OAM
- Professor Ann McGrath
- Yuki Hokari
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