In My Blood It Runs

Ten-year-old Dujuan is a child-healer, a hunter and a multilingual Arrernte and Garrwa boy with a deep understanding of culture, family and Country. Despite his intelligence, he is struggling within the western education system and facing increasing attention from welfare and police.

Filmed over three and a half years in Mparntwe (Alice Springs), Sandy Bore Homeland and Borroloola, In My Blood It Runs offers a portrait of a young boy trying to balance two worlds while imagining a hopeful future for himself.

Created through close collaboration with Dujuan’s family, community and Arrernte advisors, the documentary highlights the importance of culture, self-determination and First Nations voices in shaping stories and futures.

Accessibility

There are two wheelchair-accessible spaces available in the theatre and four hearing loops are also available. Please note that for both wheelchair access and hearing loops, patrons should contact the Cultural Services team when booking tickets or prior to the event on 9400 9400 or at cultural.events@joondalup.wa.gov.au.

Important information

This film is rated M for mild themes.
Runtime: 84 minutes (1 hour 24 minutes).
Tickets are $5 per person and bookings are essential.
Tickets are managed by the City of Joondalup via Ticketbooth.
Seating is limited.

Presented by the City of Joondalup in celebration of NAIDOC 2026.