88.9 Radio Redfern (1989)
An observational documentary which looks at Sydney’s first community Aboriginal radio station, 88.9 Radio Redfern. Set against a backdrop of contemporary Aboriginal music, 88.9 Radio Redfern offers a special and rare exploration of the people, attitudes and philosophies behind the lead up to a different type of celebration of Australia’s Bicentennial Year. Throughout 1988, 88.9 Radio Redfern became an important focal point for communication and solidarity within the Aboriginal community. The film reveals how urban blacks are adapting social structures such as the mass media to serve their needs.
- Date of release
- 1989-09-20
- TMDB
- 5.0 / 10 (2)
- Runtime
- 54m
- Genres
- Documentary
- Director
- Sharon Bell, Geoff Burton
Casting
- Linda Burney — Self
- Ernie Dingo — Self
- Mac Silva — Self
- Cheryl Rose — Self
- Michael Watson — Self
- Tiga Bayles — Self
- Michael Bayles — Self
- Chris Kirkbright — Self
- Maureen Watson — Self
- Brenda Croft — Self
- Vic Simms — Self
- Lisa Kinchela — Self
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