Blackbird (2016)
Inspired by the history of Australia's Sugar Slaves
In the late 1800s, two Solomon Islander siblings, Kiko (16) and Rosa (24), were kidnapped from their Pacific island home and forced to work on a sugar cane plantation in Queensland. In a world where exploitation of Pacific Islanders for cheap labour is legislated and conditions for islanders are akin to slavery, Rosa struggles to keep an eye on her spirited young brother as he journeys into adulthood.
Director: Amie Batalibasi
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 13 min
Release Date: July 16, 2016
Cast
- Jeremy Bobby - Kiko
- Regina Lepping - Rosa
- Putu Winchester - Mr. Douglas
Screenplay
Cinematography: Mark Morris
Editing: Amie Batalibasi
Country: Australia
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Amie Batalibasi
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Blackbird about?
- In the late 1800s, two Solomon Islander siblings, Kiko (16) and Rosa (24), were kidnapped from their Pacific island home and forced to work on a sugar cane plantation in Queensland. In a world where exploitation of Pacific Islanders for cheap labour is legislated and conditions for islanders are akin to slavery, Rosa struggles to keep an eye on her spirited young brother as he journeys into adulthood.
- Who directed Blackbird?
- Blackbird was directed by Amie Batalibasi.
- Who stars in Blackbird?
- Blackbird stars Jeremy Bobby, Regina Lepping, Putu Winchester.
- How long is Blackbird?
- Blackbird has a runtime of 13m (13 minutes).
- What genre is Blackbird?
- Blackbird is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Blackbird produced?
- Blackbird was produced in Australia.