Join us this National Science Week to watch a range of films that explore the intersection between Indigenous traditional knowledge and contemporary science. Films are rated 15+ and include:

BURNT COUNTRY (17 mins, Australia, Dir: Kirsten Slemint)

Winner Best Student Film SCINEMA 2026. Burnt Country is about fighting fire, with fire - exploring the science and practice of land management through burning and unpacking the profound knowledge and wisdom of First Nations, this film is an invitation to connect to country and community.

ARAGUAIA EXPEDITION (20 mins, Brazil, Dir: Thais Rodrigues Oliveira, Mariana Telles)

Along the waters of Araguaia River, an expedition dives deep into the natural and cultural richness from this ecosystem. The documentary follows researchers in their quest to understand the local biodiversity, while the riverside community shares their stories, challenges and knowledge. Between science and tradition, the film highlights the urgency of preserving this living heritage of Brazil.

LAKE TEKAPO: GUARDIANS OF THE NIGHT (29 mins, Czechia, 2025, Dir: Radomír Štefka)

Nestled in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, the small town of Lake Tekapo is home to one of the darkest and clearest night skies on Earth. This documentary tells the story of a place where nature, science, and ancient Māori legends intertwine.