Meet
Darlene Johnson, Director of 'River of no Return'.
'River
of No Return'
2008 Selected
to screen WOW Film Festival 2008 Darlene
Johnson [ Director ]
Pat Fiske [ Producer ] Frances
Djulibing [ Star ]
Synopsis Frances Daingangan is a 45-year
old mother of three
who comes from the remote community of Ramingining
in North East Arnhem land. Like many young girls,
Frances dreamed of being a movie star - a dream that
came true when Rolf de Heer cast her in the lead female
role of Nowalingu in Ten Canoes. Her journey from
traditional tribal life to red carpets and awards ceremonies
is unlike any other. It's a fascinating and unique story as
Frances learns to overcome huge personal and cultural
challenges. River of No Return is a story of change and
transformation as Frances learns to move between the
ancient life of the Yolgnu and modern world of the
balanda (white culture). Written by Johnson, Darlene
WOW
Film Festival 2007 - 'Crocodile Dreaming'
Darlene Johnson - Director/Writer
Sue Milliken - Producer
Fiction / drama [ 27 mins ] 2006
Modern day, supernatural myth. Two estranged brothers,
played by David Gulpilil and Tom E. Lewis stuggle to come
to terms with their traditional roles and identities. The spirit
of their mother guides them through crocodile danger.
AUDIENCE CHOICE WINNER - WOW FILM FESTIVAL
2007
