High Ground VCE film program

Depicting the brutality of colonisation, this film opens with a shocking massacre that leaves theYolngu child Gutjuk in the care of missionaries. Some years later, Gutjuk teams up with ex-soldier Travis to track down Baywara, a Yolngu man who is determined to resist the invaders at all costs.

This program includes a screening of the film, a short break and a 60-minute lecture.

Please note: this film contains graphic violence and sexual assault, and may not be appropriate for students who have experienced trauma.

Bookings

To make a new booking, a minimum of 50 students is required.

Accessible screenings

We're committed to making your students' cinema experience as comfortable as possible. Both our cinemas are wheelchair accessible. Free hearing devices are available for use in our Cinemas.

Please let us know when booking about any accessibility requirements so we can ensure easy access on the day. If you’d like to enquire about subtitled screenings or access to the Audio Description Channel, email our bookings team at education@acmi.net.au before making your booking.