The Native Police
2026
11min
Drama
Western
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Overview
A glimpse into a brutal chapter of Australia’s past, this powerful short from emerging Arrernte/Kalkadoon filmmaker Charles Perrurle Perkins follows an Indigenous man forced to work as a tracker for a white expansionist group forging their way across the Central Desert. Tasked with escorting a young Arrernte girl, he is forced to reckon with the colonial-driven violence that is tearing his people apart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed The Native Police?
The Native Police was directed by Charles Perkins.
How long is The Native Police?
The Native Police runs for 11min, and was released in 2026.
