AirDate: Dreaming Big | TV tonight

6-part documentary series Dreams large Profiling of First Nations Youth in Sport, will premiere on NITV in September.

Six 30 -minute episodes look at the life of thirteen emerging indigenous athletes from different disciplines, including boxing, surfing, car racing, flat track motor racing, sports climbing, karate and football.

NITV head of the indigenous commissioning and production, said Dena Curtis: “Dreams large is a show for the whole family – it represents our communities at the highest levels of sport and records the power, support and courage that comes from family and culture. A powerful celebration of First Nations athletes, it emphasizes the dedication, talent and passion of these remarkable young people and their families while breaking through their dreams and breaking barriers in their chosen sports. Wirrim Media offers both visibility and inspiration for the next generation and has beautifully manufactured a series that NITV is proud of, so that the path to Elite Sport is demysted and at the same time strengthens the powerful message: if you can see it, you can be it. “

Wirrim Media Director, Abraham Byrne-Jameson, said: “We went on our way to make a series that really showed the grit behind the glory, and the community behind the athlete. These stories are filled with hope, humor and not to stop heart.”

Screen Australia First Nations Department Investment Manager Samuel Paynter said: “Dreams large is a mandatory look at First Nations Sporting Excellence due to the unique intersection of athletic dedication, aspiration, challenge and the rich traditions of our communities. We are proud to be able to support Wirrim Media and Wildbear International in this masterful exploration of the relationship between athletics and culture. Sports enthusiast or not, this fascinating series has something for everyone. “

Dreaming Big follows the trips of these native athletes, between 12 and 19 years old, whereby their rough determination and resilience record in the pursuit of sporting excellence. More than a showcase of athletic ambition, every episode is deeply rooted in First Nations stories, in which personal triumphs are celebrated while exploring the challenges with which these young athletes are confronted on and next to the field.

The series also honors the rich cultural heritage of the First Nations communities of Australia. It weaves themes of perseverance, identity and unity together and offers a unique native perspective on sports and success. Through the eyes of the athletes, their families and mentors, the series reveals how individual performance shared victories are raised that entire communities.

Filmed at locations that have been chosen in collaboration with Local First Nations communities, every setting has cultural significance – transforming sporting land into powerful symbols of heritage and connection with the country.

When celebrating diversity and cultural strength, Dreaming Big leaves a legacy for future generations that can increase dreams, when rooted in identity and community, beyond the finish line.

Directed by Andrew Dillon (Le Champion) and Wirrim Media’s Abraham Byrne-Jameson (Debut broadcast), with writer/producer Richard Jameson OAM (Strait to the Plate Season 2) and Wildbear Consulting Executive Producer, Veronica Fury (and we dances).

Screen Queensland CCO Belinda Burns said that the series is a strong example of the dedication of the Bureau for Supporting Locally Produced First Nations stories: “Screen Queensland is proud to support Wirrim Media and their vision to amplify the voices of young athletes of queensland. Diversity of Queensland and have the potential to deliver permanent social impact and to promote a deeper appreciation of stories and voices of First Nations.

Dreaming Big is a Wirrim media production for NITV. Main production finance of the First Nations Department of Screen Australia in collaboration with Screen Queensland.

Friday 5 September at 7:30 pm on NITV / SBS on request.