KURA: An African AFL Story
“Australians call it footy, but Akec and her community call it kura.”
Synopsis
Former AFLW player Akec Makur Chuot traces a path from her heroes to the new generation of African Australian stars navigating two worlds to find belonging.
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Premiere at MIFF 2026 as part of Footy Shorts collection
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Akec Makur Chuot, Meg Duncan
- Screenplay & Story
- Akec Makur Chuot
- Original Title
- KURA: An African AFL Story
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Akec Makur Chuot, Meg Duncan
Akec Makur Chuot
Angela How
Akec Makur Chuot, Meg Duncan
Department Leadership Roster
Akec Makur Chuot
Director
Meg Duncan
Director
Akec Makur Chuot
Producer
Meg Duncan
Producer
Akec Makur Chuot
Writer
Angela How
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About KURA: An African AFL Story
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What is KURA: An African AFL Story about?
Former AFLW player Akec Makur Chuot traces a path from her heroes to the new generation of African Australian stars navigating two worlds to find belonging.
Who directed KURA: An African AFL Story?
KURA: An African AFL Story was directed by Akec Makur Chuot, Meg Duncan.
Who stars in KURA: An African AFL Story?
The principal cast of KURA: An African AFL Story includes Akec Makur Chuot, Elaine Grigg, Isaac Quaynor, Mac Andrew.
When was KURA: An African AFL Story released and how long is it?
KURA: An African AFL Story was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 15m.