Rabbit-Proof Fence

Rabbit-Proof Fence is a powerful and moving film that tells the story of three Aboriginal girls who escape from a government-run camp in 1931 and embark on a treacherous journey across the Australian outback to return to their homes. The film is based on real events and features stunning cinematography and strong performances from the cast, particularly from the three young leads. The film begins in the Western Australian town of Jigalong, where Molly (Everlyn Sampi), Daisy (Tianna Sansbury), and Gracie (Laura Monaghan) live with their families. The girls are forcibly taken from their homes and sent to the Moore River Native Settlement, a camp for "half-castes" where they are subjected to harsh treatment and forced to abandon their traditional ways of life. Molly, determined to escape and return home, convinces the girls to flee during a thunderstorm that will cover their tracks. The girls' journey is relentlessly pursued by Moodoo, a tracker from the camp, and they follow the rabbit-proof fence, a long fence that stretches across the outback to keep rabbits from entering the farmland. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and dangers, including harsh weather conditions, lack of food and water, and encounters with dangerous animals. Despite these obstacles, the girls remain determined to reach their destination. The film's epilogue reveals that Molly and Daisy eventually return home after a nine-week journey of 2,400 kilometers along the fence. However, Gracie is recaptured by Riggs and never returns to Jigalong. The film ends with footage of Molly and Daisy in recent times, with Molly reflecting on her experiences and the loss of her cousin. Rabbit-Proof Fence is a powerful and emotional film that sheds light on Australia's dark history of Aboriginal oppression while also celebrating resilience and determination faced by Indigenous Australians. It is a must-watch for anyone interested in learning more about Australia's past and the struggles faced by Aboriginal people.

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Rabbit-Proof Fence was released in theaters on November 29, 2002.