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Bush Mechanics (2001)

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A much referenced classic I missed two decades ago. Shown on the ABC. Produced by the Warlpiri out of Yuendumu. Written and directed by David Batty and Francis Jupurrula Kelly. Just four short episodes. The best bits are brief vignettes, a sort of zen and the art of cars in remote Central Australia alloyed with a variety of Aboriginal cultures. The final trip to Broome is less effective. I'm guessing everyone's favourite is the "magic mechanic" Jupurrula. Fun.

Details at Wikipedia.