What is the setting of the film Rabbit-Proof Fence?
Western Australia in 1931
The film is based on a true story focusing on the experiences of three Aboriginal girls.
Who are the three main characters in Rabbit-Proof Fence?
- Molly Craig
- Daisy
- Gracie
They belong to the Stolen Generations, Indigenous children forcibly removed from their families.
What does the term Stolen Generations refer to?
Indigenous children forcibly removed from their families by the Australian government
This policy aimed to assimilate Aboriginal children into white European culture.
What is the name of the Chief Protector of Aborigines who believed in removing mixed-descent children?
A.O. Neville
He aimed to erase Indigenous identity by training these children to adopt white culture.
Where are the girls taken after their forced removal?
Moore River Native Settlement
This institution trained Aboriginal children to become domestic servants and laborers.
What are the conditions like at Moore River?
- Strict
- Dehumanizing
- Forbidden to speak native languages
- Harsh punishments
- Scarce food
The children are expected to forget their identity and culture.
What does Molly plan to follow to escape and return home?
The rabbit-proof fence
She believes it will lead them back to Jigalong.
How far do the girls travel on their journey home?
Over 1,500 miles (about 2,400 kilometers)
They face numerous challenges, including hunger and exhaustion.
Who is sent to track the girls during their escape?
Moodoo
He is an Aboriginal man forced to work for the government.
What tragic decision does Gracie make during the journey?
She separates from Molly and Daisy to find her mother
Gracie is manipulated by Neville with false information.
What is the symbolism of the rabbit-proof fence in the film?
Colonial control and hope
It guides the girls back to their home and identity.
What themes does Rabbit-Proof Fence explore?
- Resistance
- Survival
- Strength of Indigenous culture
- Cruelty of government policies
The film portrays a dark chapter in Australian history.
What happens to Molly at the end of the film?
She is captured again but eventually escapes
The film ends on a bittersweet note regarding the fates of the girls.
What happens to Daisy after the events of the film?
She is taken away and never sees her mother again
This highlights the ongoing impact of the Stolen Generations.
What is the fate of Gracie after being recaptured?
She dies young
This underscores the tragic consequences of the forced removal policies.
