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"Songlines" is a six-part miniseries that delves into the life of David Gulpilil, one of the most iconic and influential figures in Australian film history. Each episode interweaves his complex journey through fame, identity, and belonging, portraying the actor's rise to fame in films like Walkabout and Crocodile Dundee, while highlighting his commitment to his Yolŋu culture and the struggles he faced as an Indigenous actor in a predominantly Western film industry. From his early years growing up in Arnhem Land to his discovery by British filmmaker Nicolas Roeg, to his portrayal of authentic Indigenous characters that would break barriers, Gulpilil brought Indigenous perspectives to mainstream cinema with raw honesty. The series highlights his unique magnetism and his conflicts, including his struggles with addiction, displacement, and health issues later in life. Throughout, his deep love for storytelling, dance, and country remains at the forefront, providing the heartbeat of each episode.
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Mary Dhapalany, skin name Bilinydjan, also known as Mary Dhapalany Mangul, is an Indigenous Australian contemporary artist based in Ramingining, Australia in Arnhem Land. She is of the Yolŋu people from the Mandhalpuy clan, of the Dhuwa moiety. She is a renowned Aboriginal Australian fiber artist.

 

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