Set in a community garden in a Richmond public housing estate, Bloom tells the story of Ana Martins, a grandmother who came to Australia as a refugee from East Timor in the 1970s. Bloom is the journey of both a very special garden and a very special woman.
By Brigid Cooley
Native Flavours is a documentary that recognises the dismissal of native ingredients as mainstream flavours in Australia. Through the voice of Nornie Bero (Mabu Mabu), it explains how native ingredients can be easy for Australians to use at home. Its aim is to familiarise and welcome young Australians to the ingredients, and develop interest and a sense of respect for what has grown here for over 40,000 years.
By Greta Egan
A documentary about Australia’s national staples and its educational culture & values. It explores the way we see, feel, sense and eat and how these staples shapes us as Australians.
By Aaron Tam, Tierra Jayde & Julie Tran
This documentary explores our changing relationship with plastic packaging through the realistic view of hard working middle class Australians, Kira and Ross. It also questions if the alternatives available and ready for the shift away from our dependence on the convenience plastic allows.
By Zarina (Borland) Bhat
As one of the fastest growing vegan cities in the world, Melbourne is home to some unlikely activists. Former Victoria Police Officer, Jan Saunders, was once in conflict with her career. Today, we meet her at her vegan B&B, where she encourages us to embrace a mindset of compassion.
By Zhen Wang, Haiyin Li, & Kelly Morales
Link: https://youtu.be/m-FbGX4YaZs
The Inconvenience Store is Australia’s first ever pay-as-you-feel supermarket, a place run by and made for the community. Follow its journey as Dayle tells a heartfelt story of love, dedication and passion, paired with an immersive visual experience.
By Joanna Danielle
Link: https://vimeo.com/339564470