Long Live Sandawara

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Set against the backdrop of Perth's outskirts, the story follows Aboriginal teenagers grappling with violence and poverty. Alan emerges as a self-proclaimed leader, inspired by the legendary warrior Sandawara, who fought for his people. Embracing this identity, Alan and his friends adopt the names of Sandawara's followers as they prepare for a revolution. In their dilapidated shelter, they strategize to reclaim their heritage and confront the struggles they face in a society that marginalizes them.