Dhakiyarr vs the King

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Synopsis
The family of the great Yolngu leader Dhakiyarr Wirrpanda is searching for answers. Seventy years after his controversial murder trial and subsequent disappearance, Dhakiyarr´s body has still not been found. His descendants know that justice was not served. They want to restore what was denied to him: his honour. This is their story, told in their own words - of two laws, two cultures and two families coming to terms with the past. A Film Australia National Interest Program. Produced with the assistance of the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and CAAMA Productions.
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Australia
Aboriginies
Family
Murder Trial
Honour
Law
Runtime (in min.):56
Year Of Production:2004
Companies & Organizations
Production Company:

Film Australia

Keywords
Australia; Aboriginies; Family; Murder Trial; Honour; Law; Culture; Past; Yolngu
Categories
History, History of Australia & New Zealand, Aboriginal Peoples / Aborigines & Maori, Society & Social Life, Racism & Extremism, Delinquency & Violence, Law & Justice