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This is the first film in Australian history to be filmed in an Aboriginal language, and the actors in the film are all local Aboriginal people. Since these "actors" have neither acting experience nor speak English, it is conceivable that director Love de Hill must have overcome many difficulties to finish the film. The story of the film takes place before Europeans came to Australia, and tells the story of how an older brother teaches his younger brother the right path in life. The whole film is full of gags, reflecting the cheerful and open-minded nature of the indigenous people and their carefree and happy life.

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Ten Canoes quotes

  • The group: [all walking in a line]

    Canoeist: Everyone stop!

    [all stop and turn]

    The Storyteller: That one is Djigirr. Djigirr talk too much, but maybe he heard something.

    Canoeist: I refuse to walk at the end. Someone ahead keeps farting.

    The group: [laughter] Not me. Not me.

    Canoeist: It's you again. You're always so silent. Silent but deadly. Admit it.

    Canoeist: Alright, it's me.

    Canoeist: You're rotten inside.

    Canoeist: I'm rotten inside.

    Canoeist: You get to the end of line.