Abebe – Butterfly Song
“Discover the musical legacy and enduring friendship between celebrated Papuan musician George Telek and Not Drowning, Waving’s David Bridie.”
Synopsis
In 1986, Melbourne musician David Bridie of the groups Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend the Chocolate Cake travelled to Papua New Guinea, where he heard the heartfelt sounds of George Telek and the Moab Stringband’s ‘Abebe’ (‘Butterfly Song’) on board a bus. It marked the beginning of a profound fascination with the nation and its rich culture – and of a bond with Telek that would last more than 30 years.
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Abebe Butterfly Song - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-10-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rosie Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Ian Foster
- Original Score
- George Telek, David Bridie
- Original Title
- Abebe – Butterfly Song
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Positive Ape
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rosie Jones
Ian Foster
George Telek, David Bridie
Nathan Guy, Joey Knox
Sara Edwards
Michael Agar, David Bridie, Jason Byrne, George Telek, Tania Nugent
Department Leadership Roster
Sara Edwards
Editor
Nathan Guy
Director of Photography
George Telek
Original Music Composer
David Bridie
Original Music Composer
Michael Agar
Producer
Joey Knox
Director of Photography
Jason Byrne
Producer
David Bridie
Producer
Rosie Jones
Director
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What is Abebe – Butterfly Song about?
In 1986, Melbourne musician David Bridie of the groups Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend the Chocolate Cake travelled to Papua New Guinea, where he heard the heartfelt sounds of George Telek and the Moab Stringband’s ‘Abebe’ (‘Butterfly Song’) on board a bus. It marked the beginning of a profound fascination with the nation and its rich culture – and of a bond with Telek that would last more than 30 years.
Who directed Abebe – Butterfly Song?
Abebe – Butterfly Song was directed by Rosie Jones.
Who stars in Abebe – Butterfly Song?
The principal cast of Abebe – Butterfly Song includes George Telek, David Bridie, Helen Mountford, John Phillips, Martin Flanagan.
When was Abebe – Butterfly Song released and how long is it?
Abebe – Butterfly Song was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Abebe – Butterfly Song?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Abebe – Butterfly Song was composed by George Telek, David Bridie.