Aboriginal families offer glimpses into their lives and relationships through their choice of ringtones. From ancestral clan songs, 80s hiphop artists and local gospel tunes, these songs connect individuals into a world of deep and enduring connection. A beautiful and surprisingly moving film about the connections, intrusions and demands brought by mobile phones to a remote community in northern Australia. Ringtone is the second documentary film by Miyarrka Media, a new media collective of indigenous and non-indigenous artists and filmmakers based in the community of Gapuwiyak in northern Australia.
Directed by Oliver Lanzenberg, Jennifer Deger, Paul Gurrumurruwuy Wunungmurra

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  • Jennifer DegerProductor / Co-Director
  • Enid GurrungulmiwuyCoproductor
  • Warren Balpatji GurruwiwiCoproductor
  • Oliver LanzenbergCollaborating Director
  • Paul Gurrumurruwuy WunungmurraCo-Director
  • Elliott MagenEditor

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