Magpie Pictures’ short film Nan and a Whole Lot of Trouble is set to premiere at Flickerfest in January 2016.
The 11-minute short drama was written by Sue McPherson, directed by Dena Curtis and produced by Lois Randall, with Noeleen Shearer as Nan, Pamela Young as Aunty Min, Amba-Rose Atkinson as Fuzzy, and Dougal the dog as Trouble.
The short was developed and produced through The Exchange program, an initiative of both Screen Australia and the ABC’s Indigenous units.
First time screenwriter, Sue McPherson, said Screen Australia and the ABC had been very supportive through the process.
“Creative people sharing experiences and skills with a first time screenwriter – its been humbling," she said.
“This has given Nan, Min, Fuzzy and Trouble this grand opportunity and vehicle to reach large and diverse audiences throughout the country, a creator’s gift."
Director Dena Curtis said the film was funny, poignant and entertaining.
"The rivalry between two elderly sisters brings comical moments, but the reason they are arguing, which is the heart of the film, is their identity”.
January 8 will be the first public outing for the film.
From January to May 2016 the film will then be part of the Flickerfest National Tour to more than 50 venues around the country, including many regional communities.