Stripped follows the true story of Margaret Dupré, a single British mother who became an Iconic Australian figure. When her children are taken from her as part of the Australian government’s Fairbridge scheme to “Keep Australia White”, Margaret resorts to stripping, steals her children back and lives on the run while a fixated government worker hunts her down.
The 12 minute short takes place during the family’s life on the run, trying to create a sense of normalcy while living in a tent and using their wits to stay together. Stripped questions: What makes a home? What is considered a fit mother? Four brick walls under the government’s care preyed on by predators or a flimsy canvas tent filled with an unconventional mother’s love?
See India talk about her project here.
“Winning the Kevin Spacey Foundation grant has taken my story from a file on my computer to an actual short film. It has given me the boost of confidence to direct with my own voice, enabling my dreams to come true. Thank you!”