The read
It runs a compact 14m.
Synopsis
Walker is a young Aboriginal foster child whose only playmate is his dog. Jamie is a lonely young white boy who is afraid of dogs, and has some strange ideas about Aboriginal people. Walker ignores the racist jeering and taunting of the bigger boys and reaches out to Jamie. Together, they find friendship and understanding. Walker challenges racist attitudes toward Aboriginal people, and shows how children from different backgrounds can form friendships. This film is part of the Playing Fair series.
Ratings
TMDB10/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Beatrice MosionierWriter
- Alanis ObomsawinDirector
Cast
- Luis BrascoupeWalker
- Jamieson BoulangerJamie
Stills
Themes
short film