Cubbies

Australia, 2012

Film Australian animation

Trust, creativity, friendship and belonging are the focus of the ‘Cubbies’ story. A group of friends use cooperation, creativity and sheer ingenuity to build 29 different ‘cubbies’. The trust given by the staff and wider school community is central.

Under the categories ‘Primary Live Action’ and ‘Best Overall Primary’, Years 5 and 6 from Doreen Primary School, Victoria, were the Screen It 2012 winners.

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Credits

creator

Darcy Drake

Kane Jutson

Max Duke

Ryan Dunt

Duration

00:05:36:00

Production places
Australia
Production dates
2012

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'Screen It' 2012 - winners

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