Meth Kelly
Synopsis
Meth Kelly explores how Australia’s colonial frontier narrative has been shaped by the imaginary heroic actions of the cult figure Ned Kelly. Through a video work projected in one of the shadowy tunnels of the ex-convict structures at Cockatoo Island, this work questions the legitimacy of Kelly’s hero status through a modern reinterpretation of his moral persona. Thornton skews the national narrative rooted in the romance of a Western, by transforming Kelly into a “meth head robbing a 7 Eleven”, placing him in a banal (sub)urban delinquent realm, far removed from cult status. Commissioned by the Biennale of Sydney.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Warwick Thornton
- Original Title
- Meth Kelly
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Warwick Thornton
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Warwick Thornton
Director
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What is Meth Kelly about?
Meth Kelly explores how Australia’s colonial frontier narrative has been shaped by the imaginary heroic actions of the cult figure Ned Kelly. Through a video work projected in one of the shadowy tunnels of the ex-convict structures at Cockatoo Island, this work questions the legitimacy of Kelly’s hero status through a modern reinterpretation of his moral persona. Thornton skews the national narrative rooted in the romance of a Western, by transforming Kelly into a “meth head robbing a 7 Eleven”, placing him in a banal (sub)urban delinquent realm, far removed from cult status. Commissioned by the Biennale of Sydney.
Who directed Meth Kelly?
Meth Kelly was directed by Warwick Thornton.
Who stars in Meth Kelly?
The principal cast of Meth Kelly includes Not specified.
When was Meth Kelly released and how long is it?
Meth Kelly was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 5m.