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Stockman’s Strategy

Directed by David MacDougall, Judith MacDougall

1984 – 52'

Synopsis

A film which explores the philosophy of teaching and learning of Sunny Bancroft, manager of an Aboriginal-run cattle station in northern New South Wales. It also tells the story of Shane Gordon, a 16-year-old apprentice, as he takes his first steps towards becoming a stockman under Sunny’s guidance.

RAI FILM Festival 2025

The next RAI FILM Festival will take place in person from 27-30 March 2025 at the Watershed Cinema and the Arnolfini International Centre for Contemporary Arts in Bristol (UK) and online throughout the month of April 2025.