Brother, I Cry

Jon, a young First Nations man, is struggling to overcome addiction and avoid the multiple warrants out on him. But he has several strong women in his corner: his girlfriend, his sister, his mother, and his unborn daughter; they are all hoping he can master his demons.

Pre-screening short film: Aboriginal Warrior

Director: Gary Hamaguchi | Australia | 2021 | 14 mins

Chris Collard grew up in a home without love. He thought the world hated him, so he hated it back. Going in and out of juvenile detention, and eventually turning eighteen behind bars, Chris decided to turn his life around. Realising he was repeating the detrimental cycles of those around him, he moved away from his family and friends to pursue Muay Thai. Within five years he was a Muay Thai World Champion. Taking control of his future, Chris is now a loving father and husband who passes on the principles of Muay Thai to help youth learn anger management and self-respect.