Yakka
“The cycle takes one. The other breaks it.”
Synopsis
As two teenage brothers get up to mischief on summer holidays in a coastal fishing town, the cycles of toxic masculinity above the water reflect the hierarchies of predation below.
Top Cast
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Shepherd
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Shepherd, Jorrden Daley
- Original Score
- Luke Fuller
- Original Title
- Yakka
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Port of Call Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Shepherd
Jack Shepherd, Jorrden Daley
Luke Fuller
Jack Shepherd
Laurence van Camp
Lena Buchanan, Matthew Toon
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Shepherd
Writer
Jack Shepherd
Director of Photography
Lena Buchanan
Producer
Jack Shepherd
Director
Laurence van Camp
Editor
Matthew Toon
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Yakka.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yakka
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Yakka about?
As two teenage brothers get up to mischief on summer holidays in a coastal fishing town, the cycles of toxic masculinity above the water reflect the hierarchies of predation below.
Who directed Yakka?
Yakka was directed by Jack Shepherd.
Who stars in Yakka?
The principal cast of Yakka includes Jiya Vander Straaten, Javi Vander Straaten, Anni Finsterer, Grant Lyndon, Jason Firth.
When was Yakka released and how long is it?
Yakka was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Yakka?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Yakka was composed by Luke Fuller.