Satellite Boy
“Courage can take you away from home. Love will lead you back.”
Synopsis
When his grandfather's drive-in cinema and home in the outback town of Wyndham is threatened with demolition, a twelve-year-old Aboriginal boy must journey through Australia's bush country — equipped only with ancient survival skills — to stop the city developers.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-07
Top Cast
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David Gulpilil
Jagamarra
Cameron Wallaby
Pete
Joseph Pedley
Kalmain
Rohanna Angus
Lynelle
Dean Daley-Jones
Dave
Dolores Roberts
Corine
Callum McKenzie
Callum
Kaylene Marr
Rosalie
Jarunba-Mark Weaver
Bellyup
Dougie McCale
George
Richard Evans
Old Man
Pam Barrett
Mrs. Evans
Ted Carlton
Stockman
David Ward
Stockman
Larry Thomas
Stockman
Buddy Tyson
Stockman
James Salerno Snr
Mine Lawyer
James Salerno
Construction Foreman
Release History & Theatrical Window
Perth International Arts Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Catriona McKenzie
- Screenplay & Story
- Catriona McKenzie
- Original Score
- David Bridie
- Original Title
- Satellite Boy
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Satellite Films, Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Catriona McKenzie
Catriona McKenzie
David Bridie
Geoffrey Simpson
Department Leadership Roster
Catriona McKenzie
Director
Catriona McKenzie
Screenplay
Geoffrey Simpson
Director of Photography
David Bridie
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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Coming of age + friendship
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Frequently Asked Questions About Satellite Boy
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What is Satellite Boy about?
When his grandfather's drive-in cinema and home in the outback town of Wyndham is threatened with demolition, a twelve-year-old Aboriginal boy must journey through Australia's bush country — equipped only with ancient survival skills — to stop the city developers.
Who directed Satellite Boy?
Satellite Boy was directed by Catriona McKenzie.
Who stars in Satellite Boy?
The principal cast of Satellite Boy includes David Gulpilil, Cameron Wallaby, Joseph Pedley, Rohanna Angus, Dean Daley-Jones.
When was Satellite Boy released and how long is it?
Satellite Boy was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Satellite Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Satellite Boy was composed by David Bridie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Satellite Boy?
Satellite Boy holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).