Saving Warru
"The Indigenous Fight to Save a National Icon."
Originally released in 2019. Saving Warru is a documentary film. directed by Amy Pysden. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Warru, or black-footed rock-wallaby, is one of South Australia's most endangered mammals. In 2007, when numbers dropped below 200 in the APY Lands in the remote north-west of the State, the Warru Recovery Team was formed to help save the precious species from extinction. Bringing together contemporary science, practical on-ground threat management and traditional Anangu ecological knowledge, this unique decade-long program has celebrated the release of dozens of warru to the wild for the first time.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 20, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 2m
62 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ninti Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saving Warru about?
Warru, or black-footed rock-wallaby, is one of South Australia's most endangered mammals. In 2007, when numbers dropped below 200 in the APY Lands in the remote north-west of the State, the Warru R...
Who directed Saving Warru?
Saving Warru was directed by Amy Pysden.
How long is Saving Warru?
Saving Warru has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).
When was Saving Warru released?
Saving Warru was released on July 20, 2019 in theaters.