<p><strong>“Our documentary history shouldn't be forgotten.” - filmmaker John Hughes</strong></p>

<p>In 1946 celebrated Dutch documentarian Joris Ivens defied his government and released a radical film supporting Indonesian independence. This feature documentary revisits Australia's early relationship to its northern neighbour, and the impact of this small film on emerging Australian film culture. <em>Indonesia Calling</em> enunciated a new possibility in Australia's dialogue with Indonesia, and influenced Australian documentary practice. Made with passionate commitment, the film helped to create a fertile ground for later independent documentary. It also provoked a covert response from the state, suspicious, authoritarian and disciplinary.</p>

<p>“They showed it preceding <em>Gone With The Wind</em>&hellip; it was indeed a surprise to see that here is a country well known for being ‘White Australia', and yet they are supporting us!” - Rabin Hardjadibrata</p>

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