Kanjiba and the Burning Coal

Year

2021

Filmed on

Nyikina Country

Country

Nyikina community

Told by

Edwin Mulligan

Directed

Marlikka Perdrisat

This story is told by Walmajarri and Nyikina man, Edwin Mulligan. Kanjiba is a young man and a great hunter – the provider for his camp. His greedy grandfather, Jambadoo, takes advantage of his position as an Elder in the community and tricks Kanjiba so Kanjiba has no food. One day Kanjiba tries to teach him a lesson. This story is about feelings and conflict and learning about the consequences of our actions.

2021

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