Destiny Deacon
(Australia 1957– )
- Language group
- Kuku, East Cape region , Erub, Torres Strait region
Michael Riley
(Australia 06 Jan 1960–2004)
- Language group
- Wiradjuri, Southern Riverine region , Kamilaroi, Northern Riverine region
- Title
- I don't wanna be a bludger
- Year
- 1999
- Media categories
- Time-based media, DVD
- Materials used
- DVD, colour, sound, 30 min
- Dimensions
- Credit
- Purchased with funds provided by the Aboriginal Collection Benefactors' Group 2008
- Accession number
- 52.2008
- Location
- Not on display
- Further information
This collaborative work was commissioned for Perspecta 1999 and features the exploits of Delores (played by Destiny Deacon) seeking gainful employment in a variety of occupations. Michael Riley makes a cameo appearance in the film as Uncle Harold, Delores' cousin. The cast also includes members of Deacon's extended family, including the late Lisa Bellear, distinguished writer, radio broadcaster and political activist.
- Exhibition history (1)
-
Country Culture Community (2008-09), Art Gallery of New South Wales, 12 Nov 2008–19 Apr 2009.
