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The Last Daughter - Key Messages of the Film
Lesson1 of 10 in this unit
SecondaryYear 9 - 10EnglishLearning through filmText AnalysisHumanities and Social SciencesAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and CulturesSocialIndigenous EducationSocial Action
Lesson Summary
The Last Daughter is an inspiring and intimate feature-length documentary film about the story of Brenda Matthews, a proud Wiradjuri woman, and her first memories of growing up in a loving white foster family, before she was suddenly taken away and returned to her Aboriginal family. In this lesson, students reflect on the film and work to explore the key messages embedded in Brenda’s story.
Learning intentions
Students will:
- explore key messages within the film The Last Daughter
- examine how each person's stories are represented and constructed within the film.
Success criteria
Students can:
- identify and explain the key messages within the film
- explain how identities and narratives are interwoven throughout the film.
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