Senses of Cinema

This documentary runs for 90 minutes and serves as an archival examination of the rise of grassroots film movements in Australia. It captures how these cooperatives challenged mainstream cinema and reshaped the film industry by addressing themes such as civil rights, gender, sexuality, migration, and race.

With contributions from notable figures like Gillian Armstrong and Jan Chapman, Senses of Cinema offers a deep dive into the independent cinema landscape of the era. The film provides insight into how these movements sought to provoke thought and inspire change in a homogenous industry, making it a significant part of film history.