Finding Maawirrangga
2017
Tom E Lewis knows he must die with all of his Songs. After years of haunting silence, he returns to his Grandmothers’ country to seek the permission of the Jungayi (Lawmen) to learn Thumbul corroboree (Morning Star). With the family’s blessing through ceremony, the spirits, stars and ancestors help Tom prepare to find the mysterious Sandy Island of Maawirrangga by singing.
Cast
Tom E. Lewis
Himself
David Nyalik Murrungun
Himself
John Nyalik Murrungun
Himself
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