Ablaze
NZIFF2021
A feature documentary about opera singer Tiriki Onus who finds a 70-year-old silent film believed to be made by his grandfather, Aboriginal leader and filmmaker Bill Onus. As Tiriki travels across the continent and pieces together clues to the film’s origins, he discovers more about Bill, his fight for Aboriginal rights and the price he paid for speaking out.
“Ablaze is an excellent film - should be compulsory viewing for anyone interested in the true history of Australia.” ~Ian & Sheila Taylor, A Film Life
Cast
Director
Director
Language
English
Country
Australia
Studios
Jotz Productions Pty, Umbrella