Monday, May 17, 2004
In the vein of my last entry, I must share the recent inspiration for pursuing a dream. I experienced strong emotions while watching the film, Rabbit-Proof Fence unfold. It is a story that is shown rather than told, and every minute is compelling and beautiful, despite its difficult subject matter. It takes place in Australia during a time when children of Aboriginal and European birth were apprehended in order to literally outbreed the Aborigine to a more white appearance. It is quite disturbing to comprehend that people considered this acceptable, typically over-zealous 'Christian' men who are out to 'save the world' from itself. Scary to consider that this practice in Australia only ended in 1970!
I highly recommend the film, as it reinforces desire versus reality as the best choice in life. It has some wonderful native folklore weaving in and out of the tale, encircling a real-life account of three girls who become famous for escaping the 'mission'. The rakey frames of these girls stylized against the desert full of mirages creates a hunger for the viewer of their desire to be reunited to their mothers, at whatever cost necessary.
I eagerly anticipated every scene involving the character of Moodoo, the indigenous tracker sent out to find these girls trail. Such a subtle irony in sending him out to find his own and potentially betray them to their captors.
Molly is compelling as the eldest sister using her skills to hunt and outwit Moodoo at every turn. Her mothering spirit is endearing despite her appearing hardened attitude.
These children are referred to as the Stolen Generation.
I highly recommend the film, as it reinforces desire versus reality as the best choice in life. It has some wonderful native folklore weaving in and out of the tale, encircling a real-life account of three girls who become famous for escaping the 'mission'. The rakey frames of these girls stylized against the desert full of mirages creates a hunger for the viewer of their desire to be reunited to their mothers, at whatever cost necessary.
I eagerly anticipated every scene involving the character of Moodoo, the indigenous tracker sent out to find these girls trail. Such a subtle irony in sending him out to find his own and potentially betray them to their captors.
Molly is compelling as the eldest sister using her skills to hunt and outwit Moodoo at every turn. Her mothering spirit is endearing despite her appearing hardened attitude.
These children are referred to as the Stolen Generation.
