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A diverse group of Papua New Guinean women gather to partake in a timeless ritual and share memories of their homeland in Aunty Betel nut, an intimate documentary set in a suburban Australian backyard. Five 'Aunties' take part in the practice of chewing betel nut, a plant seed that produces a sense of mild euphoria when consumed. What unfolds is a joyous celebration of friendship and survival as the women reveal what it is to be an Australian with a deep, personal link to another culture.

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Crew

Director
Natasha Henry
Writers
Natasha Henry
Producer
Linda Micsko
Executive Producers
David Opitz
Dir. of Photography
Bonnie Elliott

Cast

Aunty Rita - Aunty Mary - Aunty Darrie - Aunty Onu

Production Details

Production Completion
2008
Genre
Comedy
Production Company
Betelnut Films

Sales

International Sales
Betelnut Films

Selected Awards & Festivals

  • Flickerfest
    (2009)
  • San Francisco Documentary Film Festival
    (2008)
  • St Kilda Film Festival
    (2008)
  • Raindance Film Festival
    (2008)