Emu Runner

Emu Runner tells the story of Gem, a Ngemba girl, who bonds with an emu as a way of coping with the sudden and devastating death of her mother and the subsequent issues she and her family faces. It is a film about the resilience and strength of Gem, her family and community, despite terrible loss and hardship.

Session includes film, short interval, and a 40-minute discussion.

Bookings

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

Accessible screenings

Please let us know when booking about accessibility requirements to ensure easy access on the day. Both cinemas are wheelchair accessible. Free hearing devices are available for use in our cinemas. If you’d like to enquire about subtitled screenings, access to the Audio Description Channel or sensory adjustments (such as lower volume or adjusted lighting), email education@acmi.net.au before booking.