Mother Fish (2010, Australia)

Each day the newspapers alert us to the arrival of yet another boat.  The stories remain the same; Australia is unable to handle any more refugees.  But have we forgotten about the plight of those on the boats?  Who are they?  Where have they come from?  Why have they had to leave their homes?  What is it really like being onboard a leaky riverboat in the middle of the ocean?  MOTHER FISH takes us onboard a fishing boat with two teenage sisters as they take an unforgettable journey with their uncle and a young fisherman in search of a new home.  The four are forced to overcome tremendous challenges as they can do everything they can to reach land.  From award winning director Khoa Do comes a deeply moving story of humour, pathos and hope.