Yolngu Boy
“One skin. One dream. One law.”
Synopsis
After committing a crime for which he is likely to be jailed, a Yolngu teenager convinces two of his childhood friends to join him on a journey from North East Arnhem Land to Darwin to seek help from a tribal leader.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Yolngu Boy - Movie TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-03-19
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →John Sebastian Pilakui
Lorrpu
Nathan Daniels
Milika
Sean Mununggurr
Botj
Lirrina Mununggurr
Yuwan
Makuma Yunupingu
Matjala
Nungki Yunupingu
Dawu
Mangatjay Yunupingu
Maralitja Man
Jack Thompson
Policeman
Gerard Buyan Garrawurra
Lunginy
Garritjpi Garawirrtja
Botj (9 Years Old)
Buywarri Mununggurr
Lorrpu (9 Years Old)
Buwata Mununggurr
Milika (9 years old)
Gurumin Marika
Crowd #1
Joseph Clements
Policeman at Wharf
Release History & Theatrical Window
Australian Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$671
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Johnson
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Johnson, Chris Anastassiades, Gordon Glenn
- Original Score
- Mark Ovenden
- Original Title
- Yolngu Boy
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Worldwide Gross
- $671
- Production Studios
- Burrundi Productions, The Australian Children's Television Foundation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Johnson
Stephen Johnson, Chris Anastassiades, Gordon Glenn
Mark Ovenden
Brad Shield, George Greenough
Ken Sallows
Patricia Edgar, Stephen Johnson, Gordon Glenn
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Johnson
Director
Patricia Edgar
Producer
Chris Anastassiades
Writer
Chris Anderson
Stunt Coordinator
Brad Shield
Director of Photography
Gordon Glenn
Producer
Ken Sallows
Editor
Sarah Stollman
Production Design
Mark Ovenden
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Yolngu Boy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Yolngu Boy about?
After committing a crime for which he is likely to be jailed, a Yolngu teenager convinces two of his childhood friends to join him on a journey from North East Arnhem Land to Darwin to seek help from a tribal leader.
Who directed Yolngu Boy?
Yolngu Boy was directed by Stephen Johnson.
Who stars in Yolngu Boy?
The principal cast of Yolngu Boy includes John Sebastian Pilakui, Nathan Daniels, Sean Mununggurr, Lirrina Mununggurr, Makuma Yunupingu.
When was Yolngu Boy released and how long is it?
Yolngu Boy was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
How much did Yolngu Boy make at the box office?
Yolngu Boy grossed $671 in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Yolngu Boy?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Yolngu Boy was composed by Mark Ovenden.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Yolngu Boy?
Yolngu Boy holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).