THE LAST SONG

Documentary

Written & Directed by

James Brough (Whatever It Takes, 2023)

Produced by

James Brough & Mal Brough

Cast

Stephen Stewart, Dr Sue Gordon, Bill Bennell

Synopsis

The Last Song paints a poignant portrait of Stephen Stewart, affectionately known as Number 2, an Aboriginal Elder in the Pilbara, northern Western Australia. A centenarian, Number 2’s life unfolds as a living chronicle of the region’s history, woven with experiences as a stockman, champion jockey, and soldier. His journey encapsulates pivotal moments in Australian history, including the stolen generation, the 1946 Indigenous Strike, and World War II.

Completed

2023

Runtime

62min

Country of Origin

Australia

Genre

Documentary, Biography, Indigenous, History

Tag line

Echoes of the past, creating a legacy for the future.

Production Company

Oddsocks Productions

Screener Link

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Festivals/Awards

Best Documentary - WA Screen Culture Awards

Best Indigenous Film - Oz Indie Film Festival

Best Indigenous Film - ORION IFF International Film Festival

Best Feature Documentary - Sydney Lift-Off Film Festival

Best Feature Documentary - Melbourne Lift-Off Film Festival

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