An honest picture of womanhood. On the precipice of turning 30, Alex finds her whole life falling apart before her eyes. Seeking a glimmer of hope for her birthday, she retreats to Andamooka, a secluded opal mining town, to find comfort with her best friend. Set against the breathtaking landscape of remote Western Queensland, Northern Territory, and South Australia, Alex is afforded the freedom to be as raw and unguarded as she needs, reflecting on life’s disappointments while immersing herself in the magic of the outback.

As she explores the wide expanse in parallel with traversing her inner journey, Alex is filled with grief and angst. The Land grounds her and continuously expands her mind forcing her into wonderment. Alex’s city problems are tiny in contrast to the many epic landscapes she visits and ancient connection she witnesses.

Screened in the lush surrounds of Desert Park, this visually spectacular film is not to be missed!

Produced by Aaron Pederson.

Screening with the short film The Fix-It Man And the Fix-It-Wooman (2024 | Nelson Armstrong, Cornelius Ebatarinja | All ages)

In the “bright lights, big city of Alice Springs”, two soft sculptures try to impress each other with their dance moves. It’s an unfortunate accident that finally brings them together as they discover they both have a talent for fixing things. Artwork by the Yarrenyty Arltere Artists, renowned for their beautiful soft sculptures, comes alive in this gentle funny tale of love and connection.

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/989866449