Maŋutji (Catching Eyes)

Directed by Siena Mayutu Wurmarri Stubbs
Australia
2026
11 mins
Set in the Aboriginal community of Yirrkala in Arnhem Land, this love story explores how two teens navigate their mutual feelings while maintaining cultural boundaries and kinship.
Presented By
Dendy
  • Program Strand
  • Year
    2026
  • Classification
    Unclassified 18+
  • Country
    Australia
  • Language
    In Yolŋu Matha with English subtitles
  • Director
    Siena Mayutu Wurmarri Stubbs
  • Producer
    Libby Collins
  • Cast
    Cindy Rostron, Denzel Dhurrtjiyurrtji Marika
  • Screenwriter
    Siena Mayutu Wurmarri Stubbs
  • Cinematographer
    Eric Murray Lui
  • Editor
    Ahmad Halimi
  • Composer
    Andrew Grimes
  • Genre
  • Premiere
    World Premiere
  • Company Credits
    Festival Contact: Libby Collins
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