MDFF Shorts Session 9

The Falcons (14m)
The Falcons is an intimate, observational documentary that explores the Tshakhruk Ethnoband in the highlands of Armenia, a musical ensemble composed of special needs children who refuse to be defined by their physical challenges.

A Little Bag for Me (Dir: Leonore Addison, Flore Vallery-Radot – 29m)
As eleven-year-old Leonore prepares for her first period, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery, challenging stigmas along the way.

The Cry of the Whistler (Dir: Sue Healey – 20m)
Jane Mortiss - a dancer, artist, naturalist and farmer - battles mental illness through her art. This is the story of her last work.

Where the World is Quiet (Dir: Ben Strum – 11m)
In this immersive and personal documentary, former Australian of the Year Grace Tame shares her experience with autism and how long-distance running became her refuge.

The Ranch (33m)
This documentary film addresses the homelessness crisis on the Mornington Peninsula, authentically sharing stories to raise awareness and drive positive change in the community. (Director not explicitly stated in sources.)

A Passage to Home (Dir: Aaron Cilmi – 7m)
This personal documentary explores the journey of two Greek migrants who fled their home to begin a new life in Australia, capturing their resilience through interviews, archival footage, and visuals.

Know Me (Dir: Andrew Garton – 33m)
A poetic interweave of narration and restored film and video, this intimate portrait of Sarawak's fragile biomass and its indigenous cultures is an appeal from its forests and people to be known before their story is lost.
Commences Sunday, 27 Jul 2025
Rating E15+
Genre Documentary
Running Time 150
Language
Show Times
Sunday, 27th July

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