Drama

Mocke, an immensely talented actor, writer, and storyteller from Sydney, has triumphed against all odds with her finely wrought drama.

'I am Kegu' delves into the captivating tale of Kegu, a strong and resilient Papua New Guinean woman who finds herself grappling with the weight of tradition and societal pressures.

Residing in a serene village, Kegu lovingly cares for her elderly mother. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she faces mounting pressure to marry the son of a village chief as his second wife.

Mother! suggests a sympathetic, if essentialist view of women and their role: giving birth, nurturing life. And in this case, supporting a celebrity author husband with writer's block. But Ball and Chain! might have been more appropriate.

The film is a devastating portrayal of male selfishness in which an artist behaves appallingly to his wife who spends much of the movie trying to get his attention. He acts out of neglect more than anything else, but this triggers consequences that are catastrophic for her.