7.7
7.7
Representation done right.
It’s clear that the show has genuine intentions in accurately portraying the ASSI community. On screen, the show remains focused on Isabel Baker, more so than the white detective investigating the case, and most of the introduction establishes her and her sister as full-fledged characters.
But efforts were also made behind the scenes to ensure authentic depiction. Casting is accurate, with talented newcomers Blackman-Corowa and Jemmason Power in their roster. Scenes were filmed in Proserpine, North Queensland, which is one of the last rural towns that still have their big 1800s sugar mills. The show’s best soundtracks were written and performed by the Tanna Island’s Bethel Community, with rhythmic drums and lyrics in the local language. These efforts prove fruitful in grounding the depictions of their struggles.
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