Films
Watch some great films here.
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A young man accidently breaks a window. But, Police don't think it was an accident. This film follows the story of Adam and Joe (played by Joe Williams) and what to do when Police take you inside. This film was produced by Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT). |
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The role of an ALS Field Officer: Part One and Part Two Four ALS Field Officers tell their story of working with the ALS over many many years. Things have changed, but their passion hasn't. This film gives a good insight into the support you can enjoy from an ALS Field Officer. This film was produced by Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT). |
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Burn follows the story of 16-year-old Tee, whose life is thrown into chaos when a late-night drive with older boys erupts into violence. This gritty crime drama was improvised by the young cast and shows how high-risk group behaviour can quickly spin out of control. This film was produced by Legal Aid NSW. |
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This film contains 'Deadly Life Lessons' for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community about legal rights and responsibilities. It was produced by the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS). |
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Someone does the crime, everyone does the time Two young men convince their friend to join them for a ride in a stolen car. An animated commercial made by Central Australian Aboriginal Legal Service (CAALAS). |
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Child Protection and Parenting A woman leaves her two children at home by themselves while she goes to work. When she comes home the children aren't there! A neighbour talks to the woman about the Child Protection Agency and how to avoid them taking your children. A film made my Victoria Legal Aid. |
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The Glen was set up to keep Aboriginal men, and other men out of gaol by breaking the abuse cycle of alcohol and drugs and the negative effect it has on them, their live and their families. This short film shows us the beauty of the surroundings at The Glen. A film by The Glen. |
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Want to study law? Want to know more about Aboriginal people who helped change the law over the years? This film is for young Aboriginal students thinking about studying law at University. Produced by Legal Services Board Victoria. |
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Meet Kristy Kennedy, an Aboriginal lawyer from Bourke now working in a commercial law firm. She talks about how other young women can have the same opportunities she did, to go to University, to study, and to have freedom to be more involved in Indigenous issues. Produced by Allens Arthur Robinson |
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Legal (r)Evolution: "Indigenous Legal (r)Evolution" Munya Andrews Part 1 and Part 2 Indigenous Barrister Munya Andrews talks about the language of the law in its day-to-day courtroom operation, with particular emphasis on the communications problems faced by indigenous persons in Australian legal system. Produced by Progressive Law Network |
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You'll probably recognise someone here. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander kids from NSW and Qld talk about why they made a decision to go to Boarding School and what careers they want to pursue. Produced by Ray Martin Media and Australian Indigenous Education Foundation |
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Pathways to resolution: The conciliation process of the Australian Human Rights Commission The film shows what happens when you make a complaint to the Human Rights Commission. There are a lot of paintings and artefacts in the background! Produced by the Australian Human Rights Commission
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Aboriginal Bush Law Part One and Part Two Since the introduction of the Australian Criminal Justice System, crime rates have consistently risen among Aboriginal people. While mainstream Australian law is legally recognised, the simple truth is that Aboriginal people living in remote Australia pay more attention to Aboriginal law. BBC America Documentary. |
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BabaKiueria (Barbeque Area) Part One, Part Two, and Part Three An oldie but a goodie! Produced in 1986, this film reverses the roles. Aboriginal people have invaded Australia and are very curious about the ways of the white people living there. This film won the 1987 United Nations Media Peace Prize. Produced by Julian Pringle. |
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