Dipped in Black (2023)

Dipped in Black (2023) poster

A multi disciplinary film and photographic art project created by Yankunytjatjara artist Derik Lynch and Australian artist Matthew Thorne that explores (in dream and memory) Derik's childhood growing up in the heart of central Australia. The story follows his road trip from the oppression of white city life in Adelaide back to country - Aputula - to perform Drag on sacred Inma ground, while memories from his youth return. Inma is a 60,000+ year old form of storytelling using the visual, verbal and physical. As a place of storytelling it is also the place where the history and stories of the past are written and shared in the present.

Director: Derik Lynch, Matthew Thorne
Genre: Documentary, Drama
Runtime: 23 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Jed Silver
Editing: Nicola Powell
Production: South Australian Film Corporation, Switch Productions, Other Pictures
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en

Trailer

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More Films by Director: Derik Lynch, Matthew Thorne
More Films in Genre: Documentary, Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dipped in Black about?
A multi disciplinary film and photographic art project created by Yankunytjatjara artist Derik Lynch and Australian artist Matthew Thorne that explores (in dream and memory) Derik's childhood growing up in the heart of central Australia. The story follows his road trip from the oppression of white city life in Adelaide back to country - Aputula - to perform Drag on sacred Inma ground, while memories from his youth return. Inma is a 60,000+ year old form of storytelling using the visual, verbal and physical. As a place of storytelling it is also the place where the history and stories of the past are written and shared in the present.
Who directed Dipped in Black?
Dipped in Black was directed by Derik Lynch, Matthew Thorne.
Who stars in Dipped in Black?
Dipped in Black stars Derik Lynch, Dale Baker, Christopher Stewart, Dominic Roberts.
How long is Dipped in Black?
Dipped in Black has a runtime of 23m (23 minutes).
What genre is Dipped in Black?
Dipped in Black is a Documentary, Drama film.
Where was Dipped in Black produced?
Dipped in Black was produced in Australia.