Message from Mungo (2014)

Repatriation is one of the most important social issues for Indigenous communities around the world.

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Lake Mungo is an ancient Pleistocene lake-bed in south-western New South Wales, and is one of the world’s richest archaeological sites. Message from Mungo focuses on the interface over the last 40 years between the scientists on one hand, and, on the other, the Indigenous communities who identify with the land and with the human remains revealed at the site. This interface has often been deeply troubled and contentious, but within the conflict and its gradual resolution lies a moving story of the progressive empowerment of the traditional custodians of the area.

Director: Andrew Pike, Ann McGrath
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 70 min
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Production: Ronin Films
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

indigenous, culture, australian aboriginal, repatriation

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Message from Mungo about?
Lake Mungo is an ancient Pleistocene lake-bed in south-western New South Wales, and is one of the world’s richest archaeological sites. Message from Mungo focuses on the interface over the last 40 years between the scientists on one hand, and, on the other, the Indigenous communities who identify with the land and with the human remains revealed at the site. This interface has often been deeply troubled and contentious, but within the conflict and its gradual resolution lies a moving story of the progressive empowerment of the traditional custodians of the area.
Who directed Message from Mungo?
Message from Mungo was directed by Andrew Pike, Ann McGrath.
Who stars in Message from Mungo?
Message from Mungo stars Alice Kelly, Tibby Briar, Alice Bugmy, Isabel McBryde.
How long is Message from Mungo?
Message from Mungo has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
What genre is Message from Mungo?
Message from Mungo is a Documentary film.
Where was Message from Mungo produced?
Message from Mungo was produced in Australia.