Reko Rennie's artistic journey, and The Moogai


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Nov 02 2024 50 mins   5

Reko Rennie has two exhibitions running concurrently. One charts his evolution as an artist, and the other showcases a collection of new works.

He discusses what he learnt about art by taking the long road to professional artist.

Then director Jon Bell’s feature film debut The Moogai is a horror that reflects the real fears of Blackfullas. Jon, along with actor Meyne Wyatt share how they turned what was originally a short film into a full-length feature, and explain why Jon calls The Moogai a love letter to the Aboriginal women in his life.

Plus for Word Up, you’ll meet Yankunytjatjara speakers Karina Lester and her daughter Larissa.