"Ten Canoes" directed by Rolf de Heer [review]

Abstract

For over two decades now, Rolf de Heer has shown himself to be one of Australia’s most groundbreaking, idiosyncratic, intelligent and unpredictable filmmakers. With projects as diverse and unusual as Dingo, Bad Boy Bubby, The Quiet Room and The Tracker to his credit, de Heer’s filmography is about as challenging and as artful as they come. With his most recent work, Ten Canoes, the director may well see his reputation expand as one of the most significant Australian filmmakers ever to have worked in the industry.