The Colour of Darkness (2017) Movie Script
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Another shocking case
of violence against
Indian students
in Australia
attacks happening in Melbourne
a student got badly injured
its a horrific situation
India's Prime Minister
Manmohan Singh said
he's appalled by the incident
Australia's government insist
the attacks in Melbourne
and Sydney
are not racially motivated
the Indian students studying here
are feeling insecure
in India the issue burns on
as the headline news
just before dawn
this morning
a mass protest
at one of Melbourne's iconic
street corner's
itself turned violent
phone ringing
phone ringing
phone rings again
phone ringing
phone rings again
phone ringing
Steve...
Good morning
Its my day off
what?
what?..
you are kidding?...
how about a third page
side coloum?..
okay...
damn it...
he is a representative
of students
oh... He's here now!..
I gotta go...
Mr. Sharma...
Hi..
please..
I am here representing
the Truth Newspaper
I'll just like to get
your opinion on
the recent attack?
Mr. Sharma
can you tell me please...
explain to me?...
Attack after attack
one after the other
it feels like
its a direct attack
on my people
because of our race..
Isn't it?...
Am I wrong?...
Are you saying...
Australia is...
is Raciist Sir?...
Well...
Do I really need to
say it out loud?...
for you to open your eyes
and see
whats been happening
for the last
four.. five.. months?
and not a single action
has been taken by the
COPs or the government?
Students are the cash cows
in this economy...
So Mr. Sharma...
I take that as a yes...
you feel this country
is racist?...
Yes...
I... I do
and its racist because
the Australian society
doesn't like
Indian students comming here...
working hard..
earning money
getting jobs...
and you know whats funny?..
they see we are stealing
their jobs...
can someone explain me how?
So in your opinion..
should the government
take strong action?
ha....
It's incapable of action
let alone strong action
music plays
phone rings
phone rings again
oh Jesus..
don't you look where you are going?
I am sorry..
Tram passes at distance
These heavy books can kill somebody...
be careful, hey...
what are you studying?
PhD in Mocrobiology...
Algae..
Student from India?
yeah
Hey great
Actually, umm..
I'm in research too..
the Indian student attack?
Would you be willing to help me
make some sense of it?
Look, Im actually getting late
How about tomorrow?
Meet me at this caf?
Its just around the corner
Look.. Im not sure, I..
Please?..
I could really do with your help
I appear to be outgunned here..
Allright
Allright...
I'll see you then
yep..
Oh...
and that's my number..
Ive put the word out,
TV and print guys...
want to eat it up!
this is our chance...
Hi... thanks for your time
Mr. Sharma...
Welcome, Welcome, Welcome!..
The Australian media
finally has time for us now!
We always have time for you, Mr. Sharma.
Oh.. really, Is that right?
These attacks are not
an accurate representation of..
About that..
The cops, government and the media
prefer to be blind on this one
And every other day
we receive calls about some
attacks against Indians...
And what happened to
our dear friend Jaydeep,
is not the first Indian attack
tomorrow it could be him
or myself..
and people like her..
still wont call it racism
Ahh..
Thats a very strong statement,
Mr. Sharma..
These could just as easily be
regrettable coincidences
Are you crazy?
Excuse me?..
It feels like youre one of them.
Is she even Indian?
Ahh..?
Youre blind to these facts Maria..
Whats wrong with being hardworking?
They say were taking their jobs,
but actually,
we are the ones working for them!..
The invisible "They"
Its just another form of
exploitation.
What do you mean by that?
Well..
students are drawn here
in the name of education.
Its an open secret,
these Indian students have
big loans to pay off,
very easy motive to
skin us for more work and
pay us little or nothing
Exactly..
Now youre talking..
Mr Sharma, Im here to report
on this side of the story
Oohh..
look Maria,
the authorities
have to take responsibility
and immediate action
Well, I agree!..
I completely agree
but..
hang on.. hang on.
but I do have a couple of more
questions?..
ooh..!
Aah...
Im sorry Maria,
but well have to wrap
it up here.
Theres more important people
waiting outside..
Vijay will let you know when
you can come in next!..
Thats no problem, Mr Sharma
Thanks for your time though
thankyou
thanks for your time..
good to see you
That was good..
Vijay,
this is our chance.
We have a mouthpiece now
Right!
Who we meeting now?
I dont have anything listed?
We dont tell everything to
journalists, Vijay...
This time Ive got the
proper mover and shaker..
And who would that be?
The State Opposition leader
Mr McCallum
Hey!.. You made it
I didnt catch
your name last time?
Ohh, sorry!
Umm.. my name is
Giriraj Vanakar
ohh..
or, Giri..
Giri,
right!..
So..
umm..
how can I help?
Would you like a drink?
umm..
Sure..
could I have a coffee with..
umm.. milk?
and..
and 2 sugars please
so coffee with milk and two sugars
and just my regular skinny latte,
thanks..
So..
youre studying
a PhD
in Microbiology,
yes?..
Why Melbourne?
Umm..
After I finished my
Masters in India,
I was..
really lucky to get a
scholarship here
A scholarship?
Congratulations!..
You must have extremely
proud parents, right?
What do they do?
They were both teachers..
theyre retired now.
The reason I,
wanted to meet with you today
is because Im doing research
on the recent violence against
Indian students for "The Truth,
my newspaper..
Ohh yeah..
you, mentioned that..
Thats right,
Can I ask?
have you experienced
any discrimination so far?
Discrimination?
Umm..
All my life
My name is Kanti...
Kanti Mangal Vanakar
Vanakar means weaver,
my caste is...
one of the deprived caste
of Indian society.
yes...
I am...
an untouchable.
In the Indian caste system,
it is important to remember
your caste.
So,
the society can fit you.
This practice
exists from ancient time
to the modern
Indian society.
I am from Tundel,
a small village
of Gujurat state.
Me and my wife...
are the only two people
from 'Tundel',
who made it through education
and got a government job
as a teacher.
Im my village,
Tundel...
when a marriage
or religious ceremony
takes place...
we,
the low caste
are only good
for slavery.
If we do not follow
the structure of the society,
then we are punished.
In the year 1965,
it was my father
and a few brave soul
who encouraged me
to stand my ground
to say...
enough!
There was no turning back
with struggle
from then on.
Radio Playing at distance
Guys
we are closing in five minutes...
ohh.. thats
that's fine
We should probably actually
get going anyway.
thanks..
Listen,
I cant believe half of
what youre telling me.
You must be exaggerating,
surely?..
We have to meet again tomorrow
and get the rest of this story
Im just telling you
how it is..
I can see I might even
need to go to India
Go to India?
For what?
Well..
I wanna get a complete picture
of the story
Aah...
Look..
I think you should just
stay here and
save your money.
thats just my opinion!
Your opinion is it?
Well Im looking
for the truth.. so,
No offence but
people in India don't even
admit their crimes to each other
let alone an..
outsider.
It,
it might take you a lifetime
or at least twenty years
to get even..
close to the truth
Okay..
perhaps I could maybe just
file some stories from India.
I mean theres certainly enough
IT support crew on hand there
to keep me online...
ha ha.. ha
It's funny
you could use that
sense of humor
when youre in India
Well listen..
since were getting on so well,
How much is it?
It's okay
why dont
we meet tomorrow?
Sort out the sheep
from the goats?
umm..
Look,
Ill..
Ill definitely try but
I do have other things to do.
umm..
I really do appreciate it,
ahh...
so ill see you tomorrow?
Yep.. sure
okay!..
sounds good..
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bells, as Tram crosses
footsteps approaching
Mr McCallum,
your guests..
Welcome boys,
whats it like out there?
Still hot?
Its actually hotter than India.
Ohh!..
Just so you know,
weve got more print coverage today!..
Yeah well..
thats what i like to hear
Hopefully
itll stuff up the other mob.
We can make some mileage
out of this, you know..
save..
our unique,
Multi-Cultural society!
Were actually in touch with
the media back home
and you know what?
Its been splashed everywhere!..
Ohh.. Spot on!..
With your help..
we can really start something
Good,
So were on the same page then!
How about this?
We start up a massive rally..
get students,
taxi drivers
etc...
but..
but would you be able to help?
Look..
Youve got my attention
but
this is politics boys.
Keep my name out of it
and Ill take care
of the rest of it.
It be a really peaceful rally...
Like that of Mahatma Gandhi
Now, Ill put you in touch with Jenny
and shell sort out what you guys need.
Jen!
These two gentlemen,
whatever they need..
okay
you, assist them
and
Nothing leaves this room.
got it?
Absolutely
okay..
And get me Bill on the phone
Sure
Alright.. thanks for your time
Footsteps
Phone rings
Bill,
Sweet!...
Yeah.. got those
Indian chaps on board.
Wont take long now.
it's all starting to happen
hmm..
Thanks
See you at the club.
Could I just put you
on hold for a moment?
thank you.
Hi, how you goin' ?
Hi..
my names Maria Krish,
Im a journalist
with The Truth,
Im here to interview
Jaydeep Rajput
Hes in room
two-one hundred
umm..
I also was wondering
just a little bit about
the man who brought him here?
okay
Do you have any information on..
I can look it up and
when you come out again,
I can give it to you.
Great! thank you so much.
Footsteps
Hello...
My names Maria Krish,
Im a journalist
with The Truth.
Umm, Im here to speak with
Jaydeep, about the attack
Ah.. Suresh Charandeep..
Im Jays flat mate
okay..
Is he doing any better?
Doctors say,
hes out of danger now but,
they want him here
another four weeks
Whats happened with your friend
is just shocking..
Shocking?
No students are safe here.
the..
the police wont do anything.
Its not like that
What is it like?
People are dying, the..
culprits are running free.
The government, the police..
no one takes any responsibility?
We are going back home,
back to India in a month.
Parents are scared.
its..
its just not fair.
They dont want us living
in a racist country like this.
Listen..
Could you please
not use that word?
Can I see him?
Hes resting but you can try
Thanks
door knock
Hi..
Jaydeep?
my names Maria Krish.
Im a journalist with The Truth.
I was just speaking with Suresh,
outside.
How are you feeling?
Been better than this.
Are you okay to chat?
It is important
to try and understand...
why?
Why..
why me?
Thats not one I can answer
just yet,
Im sorry.
Its more than obvious
Jaydeep,
the majority of Australians
find this violence
very disturbing.
Im inclined to think that
these attacks arent
racially motivated
How do you know?
Have you ever been in a
racist or violent situation?
No..
I havent
Can you tell me
a bit about
what happened?
It could help
cast some light on
other recent incidents, as well.
Listen, we can..
talk another time
Its okay
let.. let me get a nurse
but I cant
tell you much.
Thats okay..
well take it slowly,
yeah?.
believe me when I say
most of us are
appalled.
So,
how does that help?
Well..
despite the headlines,
the political point scoring,
the finger pointing...
justice will be served.
Your attackers
will be punished.
So,
why did you come to Australia?
I came to learn cookery
You want to become a chef?
No.
My,
parents were desperate
for me to live here.
Its
easier to get
permanent residency
through these courses
Really?...
Ahh..!
You have no idea
how bizarre that sounds
I finished a..
Bachelor in Commerce
in India.
But I guess Im
just a..
footsteps
drop
in the ocean of
B-Com graduates.
footsteps
Theres no jobs for us
Jobs doesnt come
that easy
for high caste people...
like us in India.
these days.
Reservation seats
are given to these
untouchables,
lower
caste people.
Thats
the caste system, right?
wait..
what exactly are
reserved seats?
Its
written in the Constitution,
these low caste people
are given a
set percentage of
of all the jobs,
university places,
and government positions..
in almost everything.
So, we
high caste people,
we miss out on good jobs.
Sometimes,
they ,
dont even use
the positions
that are kept for them.
Thats wrong
I didnt know any of that
and these
Untouchables..
you say
theyre the lowest caste?
Bottom of the food chain.
below everyone.
One thing you must know
high caste people like me
we are the kings back home!
Gong
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Dramatical Score plays
monkey's screech
Village drums playing
Holi chants
These fools think
they can defy us?
They deserve
what they have coming
And what do they have
coming Jaydeep?
Theyre human beings
just like you
Thats another reason
why my father wants
me to come back home.
They have
already told the media
about my situation here
And..
do you want
media coverage
on the attack?
Yeah, well if
it means something gets done,
yes...
Like you,
I want people to see
the truth.
The truth?..
Ahh... Yeah
ahh..
Listen..
I dont wanna keep
you any longer,
thanks for your time Jaydeep.
footsteps
Actually..
I was...
wondering..
a little bit about the man
who brought you here.
Was he a friend?
No.
he was a stranger.
I dont remember much
after the first few kicks.
But the doctor said,
he...
brought me in
and then he left.
Has he visited you?
Thanks very much
Jaydeep,
I really do appreciate
your time,
I hope you get better soon,
take care.
footsteps
footsteps
Hey, I was just wondering
if youd found that name?
Ah.. yes..
thanks
Phone rings
phone rings again
Hi Steve?
Yep, Ive just finished off.
thank you..
thank you so much,
I really appreciate it
aha..
Automatic door opens
Urban Score plays
Computer keyboard clicks
Office staff voices at distance
Door knock
keep it short and sweet,
Yup.. Thanks mate
yup.. no worries
okay.
Maria Krish!...
I was just about to
advertise your job.
Any chance of you coming to work
and you know... working?
I know, I know.
Its coming.
But!...
But what?...
You said, you had it covered.
I recall you even
gave me your own deadline?
This needs a serious look at
Steve.
I want to go to India
ha aha...
Maria?
this is a bloody story about
a random Paki attack.
We punch out a few headlines,
the odd Police's
spokesperson quote
a few gory details.
Three days...
done and dusted.
It is not a chance for
a bloody holiday in Goa.
Steve,
Its a chance for an
in-depth investigation.
Its not as simple as
a few headlines
over a few days...
Why not?
Some bored kids
bash a few students
for money and smokes,
and the Indian media
and every bloody
taxi driver in the country
wants to play victim
I want to uncover
the schemes set up
to attract them here.
Its one huge rort
And how is a visit to India
going to change that?
See..
theres a twist,
since Ive discovered
the Indian caste system
still exists...
And whats that got to do
with this story?
Some Indian students
mentioned it to me
when I was talking to them
Steve,..
I' know..
I' Just..
I wanted to get some insight.
Untouchables
they call them Steve,
hmm..
they treat them like
second class citizens,
It's worse even.
But
I want the whole story,
the Mickey Mouse courses,
the parents,
the agents,
the big fake industry
Hmmm..
now youre talking..
You got a mind like a
bloody steel trap.
okay,
Tell the story,
report the facts and
get it done quick!
Im giving you one week
in India
Lets eat this up.
Tickets already booked
And stay in contact
for Krishnas sake!
You better get this
right...
else you wont have a job
when you get back
Ive got it covered Boss!...
door closes
tram passing at distance
Door bell rings
Ahh...
Hello...
You baking a cake Mum?
Ive given up making cake,
my love...
Your dads too fat.
Mum,
Why do you still keep these
ancient photos
of us?..
Ahh..
We have so many nice,
new ones!
umm..
Talk to your dad,
he refuses to let go
of the past.
drives me nuts!
Anyway,
hows work?
Yeah..
its good,
Im freaking out
a little bit though
Why?..
The Indian student attacks?
Ahh..
Bloody terrible.
Bloody little thugs!
Yeah..
well, Im trying to
uncover the story.
Steves letting me go
to India!..
India?
Yeah!..
my God!..
Mum!...
I,
I was actually talking to
one of the boys
who was attacked,
he.. umm..
he calls himself
a high caste
and complains about
low caste "Untouchables"
and then,
get this..
Australian racism.
hmm..
Its a really sad and
confusing situation, but
no body wants to
to admit that
hmm..
Welcome to Australia
my darling!
Its taken us..
Two hundred years..
to say sorry
to the Aboriginals.
Not that sorry means much
if nothing changes
Surely,
cant be that racist?
I' mean,
I dont know anybody
who feels like that,
or behaves in that way?
We cant always tell
what a person feels
or thinks Maria.
White humans,
have genetic baggage.
Weve been brought up to
think that we are superior
to the rest of them.
Arent we trying to make up
for all that crap?
Nah..
We dont like to face up to
hard truths about ourselves.
Real honesty is a
rare commodity.
so much easier
to blame the other person,
the other class,
the other country.
Mum!
Since when did you get
so outspoken?
laughs
And were not the only ones
with double standards by the way
Ah..
I just get bloody sick of it.
When I met your Dad,
he had a hard time.
He was always
the bloody curry muncher,
the smelly Indian.
People thought I was mad
to marry an Indian man.
Im just..
so sad for those students
I can imagine Dad
having a hard time
ahh.
but times are changing ma..
by the way where is dad?
oh, Hes gone out
phone rings
Ahh...
phone rings again
I gotta go,
you gotta go?..
Im really really sorry,
its Steve..
Dont you worry
your head about all this ok?
I wont..
phone rings again
This conversation is not over!
Well talk later yeah?
Hey, Steve..
Hey, Im so sorry..
footsteps
Yeah..
You know I've been busy..
Vijay,
how are you?
okay Listen,
Hi Bhaskaran
I've someone in the office
I'll call you back
bye.
Come, come Bhaskaran,
I hear youre helping
the victims of the bashings,
heavy social work
on your hands, huh?
Who else will help our people?
huh?
Boys,
Im hearing rumours
of a rally?
Tell me youre not behind this?
Bhaskaran,
youd be
on this side of the fence
if one of your
South Indian friends
had been attacked.
Its time to make a stand,
now or never?
And boss..
were merely fighting
for equality.
Were no slaves to them
Aussies,
you know that man!
Nikunj,
this is not India.
We need to be educating,
not agitating!
Okay Mr. Gandhi,
when theyre pounding us
into mango pulp
do you really think
they think about our thoughts
and feelings
like how you are now?
Not a chance.
The cops will find out
whos behind it and then what?
When?
When will that happen?
When half of us are dead?
You know what,
its best if you leave us
to our work
and well leave you to yours.
thanks for coming
and wasting our time.
Youre right!
But I know what
Im fighting for
has more meaning.
You two,
youre more interested in
yourselves..
All the very best.
door closes
Laughters
That's good my man
that was good!
Laughters again
Waste of time
ha, ohh...
Television News
When hundreds of
Indian students
rally in Northen CBD
yesterday..
It was supposed to have
been a peaceful protest.
The aim was to
highlight the latest attack
on one of their own.
An Indian student fighting
for his life.
The ralley, certainly
hit it's mark
when this afternoon
politicians were clamoring
to slam this side of attacks
on Indian students,
and came to avoid
damage to Australian and
Indian diplomatic relations
In fact the complains of
racial attackks have been
pouring in to fedral
and state governments
for the past twelve months.
The opinion is divided
about whether all of the violance
is been racially motivated?
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Computer keyboard clicking
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Phone chimes
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Hey..
How you going?
Thanks for meeting me today
Yep, no problem,
how have you been?
Yeah, not bad..
Birds chirping
and you?
Thats good,
ahh, Ive been ok,
Lab works going on..
Right..
so it's fine.
Umm hey.. I actually
got.. umm..
some stuff here,
umm..
this is just some
background material on
the caste system in India,
might help you with the report..
Giri,
So I just thought that..
maybe useful for you..
Thank you so much!
Yep, no worries at all..
I' seriously! Thank you!
No worries at all..
umm..
theres some photographs in there,
some newspaper clippings..
Yeah..
that would really come in handy
thanks
no worries..
Birds chirping again
ha..
Tell you what,
theres nothing like a
breath of fresh air!
So umm..
Voice recorder beeps
If you dont mind me asking,
what caste do you belong to?
I dont mind at all
umm..
Birds Chirping
Crows caw at distance
Goat bleats
Holy Chants
Holy Chants
People singing songs of prayers
Crickets chirping
Dogs bark at distance
Devotional song continues
Dogs continue to bark
People singing songs of prayers
Crickets chirping
Dogs bark at distance
Suspense Score
Devotional song continues
Dogs continue to bark
People scream for help
Screaming continues
Did anybody die?
Kids play at distance
No, but many people were
severely injured.
Since the 60s
my father has been struggling
with these issues..
What was the response from
the police and government?
Response?
The police just took bribe.
And as the voices grew louder,
the government just used it
for their own political gain.
The government sent a
special delegate..
to Tundel
and then they decided that
theyre gonna pass a bill
What was the bill?
It was the Anti Slavery and
the Untouchable
Atrocitie's Bill.
Did it bring any change?
Not meaningful change,
it didnt.
That was long time ago.
Phone rings
Phone rings again
Telephone bell rings
Hello?
telephone credles
door clangs
footsteps
door closes
Crows caw at distance
footsteps
Birds twitting at distance
Village drums play
footsteps
Birds twitting in the park
Wow!
Your father was responsible for that
He made them accept
that they were wrong and
confessed that the system
had to change.
See..
this makes me think that
maybe people really
do want peace
you know?
Such a powerful story Giri
Musical score plays
Powerful indeed.
It was a great day for
the Dalits,
untouchable community but...
But
what?
I actually have to leave so..
ohh..
Im gonna be heading off..
We havent finished
I would love to but..
there are students that
I have to teach now
Alright! Ill..
Ill let you go this time
Catch the tram there?
Yeah
Ill walk you there
Thanks...
I cant
believe that..
hey and I cant
wait to get into this!
Yeah, lets hope it
actually helps.
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Well I hope,
its cleared that up for you?
Where does that leave us,
Premier?
I mean,
this is not a good
situation for anyone?
its hurting,
our relations
with India.
Haa..
Indian relations!
Ahh!..
You just look after yourself
there Peter.
I think weve got everything
under control,
the Commissioners
on board too.
Thats not what
the papers are saying.
Look,
I know the polls are closed,
but
a little give and take
we can work something out
here together?
In all due respect,
we know exactly
what were doing.
Now,
what is it that you
actually wanted from me,
Peter?
You wouldnt come
ten miles out here
if you didnt want something
so come on..
spit it out!
Migrant electorates
are your downfall
not mine.
Now,
my Indian friends
tell me
theres more to come
like that rally
we just had.
Not a good image
for your government.
Since when did you care about
my governments image?
You would do and
say anything
to get into my chair
but I am guessing
there's more?
I could topple you
if the Indian students
situation continues...
as it will may do.
So thats your game.
Well, Im sorry
you wasted your
petrol and time
coming out here!
We can go down this road
in the House.
These be different
if you just cough up
what we need.
Otherwise,
youll be handing over
that chair,
very.. very.. soon
For you to be in my chair Peter,
youre gonna have to be
reborn as a dust mite
Pleasure as always,
Shirley.
Always Peter.
door closes
car starts
engine raves
car passes
Song plays
Song continues...
Song ends
Birds chirping at dusk
Youve researched so much,
about the Indian culture.
Well, its part of my job,
Laughs
this is me!
We can leave here today
So..
these invisible friends
of yours,
do I ever get to
meet them?
Im horrible,
arent I,
haa..
aah..
You know what?
Yeah!
Id..
Id love for you to meet them.
this weekend?
Umm,
yeah..done.
Great!..
And youre
the exact opposite
of horrible,
ha ha..
youre actually really nice
thanks..
Distant breeze
Goodnight,
alright..
ahh..
Sounds good, Ill..
ummm..
Ill let you know
about this weekend
Yep, sure
Ill get them all sorted.
Alright!
Cool,
bye!
Get home safe
I will,
you too.
Thanks
Bye
bye...
footsteps
exhales breath
Gate closes
Footsteps departing
Footstaps climbing
So...
Maria..
is this the tall,
handsome,
intelligent...
Ya?..
Is he coming?
Ooh..
there he is!..
Okay,
please behave.
Hey Giri,
I waited
Glad to know..
Weiredo..
Guys.. ahh..
this is Giri.
Hi Guys!..
These are my long time mates.
Katie, Hi..
Hi Mate
Matt
hows it goin?
Giri..
Im Dee..
Dee,
And thats Ben
I'm Ben
Giri
Thanks for having me..
Youre alright mate,
have a seat
ya.. ha ha..
So is Giri..
short for something?
or..
Umm..
yeah its short for
Giriraj.
Giris just easier
to pronounce so..
How do you say it?
Gi Ri..
Giriraj
Giri Raj
Yep
I hear that
Indian culture is
quite complicated.
Are you finding it hard
transitioning into
Western wilderness?
I find it quite
congenial actually,
but I really havent had
much time to explore
the things down here.
hmm..
So what brings you to
our shores Giri?
Study or
taking our jobs?
Matt?..
Babe..?
well..
It's allright darling?..
He's just..
No.. no.. it's okay..
well, not taking jobs
yet but,
I am doing my PhD and
Ill hopefully graduate in
in three years and
then I will.
Laughters
Hes on his way to
becoming a very successful
scientist.
if that dont work out,
he can always work at 7 Eleven
Laughs
Successful scientist,
wow!
on that note
Im gonna go grab u..
some nice bottle of wine..
Sounds good..
thanks!
So..
do you spend time looking at
whats going on under the
surface of life,
while Marias
watching whats going on,
on top?
Laughters
What?..
I think
Maria looks into the
depths as well.
Thats..
really nice!...
ha ha..
Umm...
hes really smart,
hes actually been
helping me with my report
on the Indian student attacks.
I dont know,
its a lot more complicated
than I really thought!
So many more parties involved
Yeah, weve employed
some Asians
on our building sites.
You know?..
Half of them dont..
you know, speak English,
its very hard for em
Big issue with a lot of us,
I can totally imagine
where youre coming from.
Asians and Indians,
they hard workers
and work for less money.
Theyre being ripped off
by our standards.
ya, ya..Yeah
Alright, alright..
got us nice
bottle of red wine,
huhh..
huh?
Hmm, I'll have some of that!..
Glass of red
should not hurt anyone..
Okay.. that's allright..
Lets drink to umm..
new friends..
thank you.
and youre definitely,
pretty old mates!
thankyou for having me.
pleasure..
thanks mate.
there you go darling..
Ben, what are
your thoughts on the
Indian student attacks?
I reckon its a disgrace..
Finally!
Somebody said it.
You know wnat?
Lets make a cheers..
alright
to our beautiful
multicultural nation!
cheers
glasses toasting
cheers..
passing traffic at distance
Well?
I didnt think
I would enjoy it,
but I did.
Im glad..
Yeah, seem like
a lively bunch.
ah ha..
distance traffic
Maybe its time that
We should meet the
other half of my life
hmm..
Mr Mysterious?
Call it background information,
ha.. ha
are you ready?
okay...
Alright..
What are we doing?
Taxi..
door opens
Heyyyy!
Stranger..
How you been Amit?
Hi..
Its Maria
Nice to meet you, Maria
How you been?
ohh.. good
I just wanted to give her
a quick tour,
alright
of the place because she wants to
These are all new people..
Raj and .. Raj,
How you guys going?
Hi.. ha ha
Hi mam,
how are you going?
And these is..
two boys from the...
from this place
they are working.
Alright.. so,
Im just going to show you..
so thats where I used to..
sleep,
that what my bed
used to be..
just one-half of the bed,
the other half,
someone else used to sleep.
Umm..
thats where we used to
have the television,
Ahh.. wow?
where did the television go?
Ahh..
We can't afford this
luxury
Yes..
oh.. by the way,
just one second..
Thats funny,
we all used to gather
together and just..
Ahh..
some letters from your home,
hope you paying
bill regularly..
have a seat sit, please..
thanks
Hey, Maria..
Sheetal
nice to meet you,
so how long
have you been here?
Aahh..
its been six months
Aha..
Yup
and does..
everybody live in this room?
umm..
two is missing..
So theres another two people
living here?
Yes, two more.
Ha..
Maria, well just leave,
I just need to quickly
use the restroom,
do you mind
holding onto these?
Yeah.. sure, sure..
Are these letters
from his home?
Yes
It's from India
Wow..
Alright!..
you had a good
conversation with her?
I was trying to
find something but
I couldnt find..
but anyway.
People are already sleeping man
sorry
so Im gonna leave.
nice meeting you
Bye bye.
see you soon,
take care
Keep in touch my friend
yup
Thank you..
Alright.. Ill see you later,
bye bye..
see you guys, take care
see you Maria
nice to meet you
Thank you.
Surely?..
Alright.
Surely there
door creaks
door closes
Surely there are better places to
live than this?
yeah but
this is how we live,
actually this is
still less number of people
sometimes theres been like
eleven or twelve
people
This is outrageous!
Students paying
double
to live in
a Western country
and living in third world
shh..
holes like this!
Its outrageous.
Maria..
ahh..
listen to me..
how else
do you think
ha..
people are going to
save up money?
you know we need to
pay bills,
look at this
we need to pay rent,
we need to pay our fees
and more than anything else,
we even need to send
our money back home
to our parents,
how else do you think
its gonna happen?
We have to live in
places like these.
Gong
Keyboard Clicking
Birds tweeting
Keyboard clicking continues
Tram passing at distance
Keyboard clicking continues
Mum..
I am back!
Laughters
Brought you and dad
a surprise...
Ohh!..
you have to close your eyes okay?
okay!..
damn
right..
Turn around...
and Open!
Ahh...
We have a guest!
laughs
Hello Aunty,
Im Giri..
Ahh.. aunty is it?
Call me Margaret
Its just an Indian thing!
Mmm.. I like the Indian thing
Laughs
Its for you..
I told him
not to bring anything!
Glad you did,
Laughs
come on in..
come, come, come.
sure..
Thank you.
oh, it's a pleasure.
come here
how was your day today?
ahh, wasn't bad
it's good..
good.
your dad will be here
in a minute.
ya?..
yah!..
So, welcome
make yourself at home.
thank you, Margaret.
Dad!..
hi darling..
here he is..
you!..
Maria 's brought a friend
Friend..
Hello Sir, I am
Giriraj Vanakar
or Boyfriend?
ha.. ha
oh.. Dad?
umm..
Well, he's
doing his PhD
at R.M.I. in microbiology.
it's nice..
So, Giriraj
where in india
do you come from?
Sir, I come from Gujarat.
Please,
you dont have to call me sir
and where did you meet my daughter?
oh.. Ahh..
I met Giri when I was at R.M.I. Sure he has a
mouth too darling!
Maria i need some help..
okay
Sir, I met Maria at
University
and Ive actually been
helping her with the
report that shes doing
on the student attacks
I see..
So..
do you work?
do you have..
a P.R. status?
Sir, I actually teach students
in basic sciences.
I dont have my PR yet.
its only been about
three years.
Thats alright,
its just three years
So..
what caste do you belong to
Giriraj?
Brahmin?
No
No sir, I actually belong
to the weaver class
And what caste is that?
Ohh, Dad?..
What does it matter
to know his caste,
I mean hes a decent,
intelligent human being and
thats enough!
Its ok Maria,
Its not a question
Im unfamiliar with.
Sir, Im from the
lowest caste.
Untouchable
Let me be very clear,
you,
are the traditional
conservative kind
Im not
Tea..
and youre dating
my daughter?
Dad? come on..
I've lived too long to
to see chalk and chese
ohh,, Sri.
look Sir,
Dad,
cut the crap!
look
I was going to
go to India
to try and figure
this all out
but,
its happening here
in my own household!
Youve been here
thirty years Dad?
thirty years!
And you havent changed
one bit.
Im your father
Sri.. enough.
Im so sorry.
Your father seems to have
lost his manners
And youre always welcome
Thank you
thank you sir
I have no idea
what got into you then
Bloody caste
You should be ashamed
of yourself
footsteps
Computer mouse clicking
Door knock
Come in
Hi, Jeffrey
Hi Giri,
have a seat.
Giri,
Giri Im afraid
I have some bad news
Whats that?
Universitys been informed that
due to a change in
the Gujarat government,
your..
scholarship funding
has been cancelled.
oh..
Do you know why
or how?
Giri unfortunately,
our
scholarship funding is..
fully locked in,
were fully committed
and..
we cant make up the short fall.
Is there anything that
you can do, or?
Giri, Im sorry.
Youve been an outstanding student
and
we all acknowledge that
youve got
considerable potential in the
biochemical field..
ahh..
Look
umm,
theres an outside chance
that maybe,
and I,
and I, emphasize
maybe,
able to..
swing funding from
one of our
associate corporations
but...
but?
that is..
Its a long shot
and..
it could take a while
Thats it?
Im really sorry..
If theres anything I can do?
then please dont hesitate
to call me
Sad strings play
Sad Strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Sad strings continue
Sad strings end
Guys,
what is this bloody nonsense?
This bugger is working!
Shh..
Aye,
you didnt come to drink with us
huh?
we brought the drinks to you!
Guys, can you please
just keep it down.
If the boss finds out,
Im fired.
I know you are a
big PhD
big shot..
Ha..
you are cleaning the bacteria?
I think you need to
kill the bacteria..
Shh.. ok relax
I think you need this..
Please..
Like I really dont have
time for this.
guys please seriously?
Ha..
seriously, now.
Okay, okay, okay..
we going,
we going.
we are gone!
Ram,
Take care of this guy.
Muthu Ill see you later.
idiots.
Crickets chirping
footsteps
light breeze
inhales
Dream Song plays
Dream Song ends
Giggles
Paper noise
Paper noise continues
Page turning
page turning again
Tension Strings plays
Hey, I was just wondering
if you would have found that name?
Thank you so much..
I really appreciate it.
Tension Strings continue
Are these letters from
his home?
Yes,
from india.
tension Strings continues
paper crackles
Footsteps
Door opens
Door closes
Gate shuts
Tension String Continues
Your..
Scholarship funding
has been cancelled
untouchable
We have to pay rent,
we need to pay our fees
Door knock
Hello..
Hello
Door knock again
Door opens
Hey,
You think youre
very smart dont you?
Thats the last thing
I think I am.
Door closes
Whats wrong with you?
Whats wrong?..
Ill tell you whats wrong!
I was an idiot
to have believed
all your lies
how long were you planning
on hiding this from me?
Were you planning on
telling me at all?
Giriraj
Vanakar,
Look at me..
Vanakar?
Vanakar!
Look at me
Stop being a
Coward.
Im not a coward
Im sorry..
I didnt mean to shout
Look,
I can explain it
I didnt lie to you
I just
did not want to
complicate things
Just,
tell me.
Can you please
sit down?
Please..
Look,
that night
after taking my
tuition classes,
I was taking the last
train back home.
The train arrived and
he was at this station
severely injured
so I called
the ambulance.
It was my responsibility
as a human being
to help him...
And it wasnt
your responsibility
as a human being,
to visit him?
to make sure that
he was okay?
There were doctors,
nurses,
TV reporters,
everyone was there so,
I didnt think it matter
And you didnt want to
be involved
or have your say?
Nothing I say or do
is gonna stop this
sort of thing
from happening maria?
You never even
wondered why
Indians were being targeted?
I dont know Maria.
Id rather stay clear
of discrimination.
Ive had enough.
Sad Strings Score
In India
people die
every single day,
does your media
rush to print stories?
No
Do people really care?
No.
One person like
Jaydeep
gets attacked and
suddenly its big news?
Why?
What do you care?
I want to
understand.
I cant believe that
All Australians
are racist?
not anymore anyway.
Ignorant maybe,
but its not like
its being portrayed.
Like you even
I cant stand
the media back home saying
that Australia
is a racist country.
India!
the worlds biggest
and largest democracy.
For the West it's
its all spiritual,
its all about
Bollywood,
butter chicken,
ahh, what else?
Eat, Pray, Love?
Its all so
romantic and enlightened.
But its utter Bullshit.
Do you really feel
that way about your home?
Theres so much
hatred in you.
I am Just telling you
how it is.
Australia is a racist country?
Hmm..
India is the most
racist country in the world
and it runs
far deeper,
and far further back
than even you can imagine.
Why?
Why Giri?
You know what
discrimination really is?
Calling your own people
untouchable?
killing them,
destroying their houses
no one makes a sound.
Jaydeep said,
something similar..
Who?
Jaydeep
Rajputh,
The man that you saved.
Why dont we go
visit him?
Rajputh..
Hes from the same state
that I am from.
Oh really!
you do have something
in common after all.
Even more reason
to pay him a visit
maybe?
Hes from a
higher caste anyways.
So what if hes
from a higher caste?
Giri,
This is Melbourne!
Not India?
Caste systems
dont exist here.
Youd be surprised.
locations may change
but mind sets dont.
Listen,
stop running
away from this
conversation.
Lets go and meet
Jaydeep today.
Crazy..
Youre the one
whos crazy!
Living a big fat lie,
cowering behind this
ancient custom that
degrades the value of
human being...
and you know what?
Putting your fathers
struggle,
to shame.
thunder claps
How dare you?
You have no idea
what my struggles have been?
How..
dare you rub
salt onto my wounds?
And what would your
father do?
huh?
Would he just sit here
or would he gather up
the courage to try
and make a change?
I dont know what the hell
you want from me?
I dont even know
why you care?
Frankly, meeting you
seems like the worst thing
I could have done
Showing your true
colours, arent you?
I just..
I thought you were
the one person
that I could relate to,
share an understanding
of heartache
and history.
But you are just like
everybody else.
The racist aussies
you talk about,
the high caste people
that you fear so much
you cant even face.
What the hell do
you want from me?
Cant you just see?
cant you see?
cant you see that I,
Ive fallen in love
with you Giri.
Thunder claps again
Youre so blinded by
your own selfishness
I..
I guess,
its not your fault.
Sad score continues
Rain falls
rain drops outside
Sad score ends
Loud song playing
Hi there..
Loud Song continues
just a table for two please
please
after you
thanks
Thank you
Thanks
Thank you
Its beautiful..
want some water?
Yep.. that be great.
Thank you
Thankyou so much
for coming today.
I really appreciate it..
Of course I came
Listen,
Im so sorry
about yesterday
Its fine,
Im sorry too
Thank you for coming,
of course..
it really means a lot
ha ha..
Sir, here's the menu
Oh, thank you
Thanks..
your's..
beautiful
you know what they serve best
Okay..
Hey..
You know we cant
do this for a while
right,
just because I need to find
another source of income.
Exactly,
Thats why
ahh..
I discussed fees
with my Mum
she likes you and
she wants you to have
a chance.
So,
shell take care of it.
hmm..
Maria,
I cant take that money,
that..
that's too much.
And where will you get
your fee money from?
I, I can not take that
money from you.
Dont let pride
in the way okay?
of..
of you,
being the best that
that you can be.
Look I'll pickup
another cleaning job
or
Ill just find more students
for tuition.
Giri,
concentrate on your PhD
okay?
finish it.
This isnt just about you.
Look,
its about every other kid
on the street
whos out there struggling.
You..
Dr Ambedkar, right?
Right?..
He was an untouchable
One of us..
He said,
Be educated
and wake up!
Wake them up Giri.
wake everybody up.
Okay?
I believe in you
my mum,
believes in you.
Dr. Giriraj
Vanakar
Professor of
Microbiology!
Okay?..
An untouchable
from Tundal.
come on!..
Think about every kid
on the street
who wakes up everyday
and is yelled at
and called
an untouchable.
whos destined for nothing,
okay?..
Dont pass up
this opportunity
you can do it!
Maria, it's..
its just that its
a lot of money
your parents..
hey...
dont worry about
paying us back okay.
If you insist,
when you become a
successful scientist
and youre changing
the world..
pay the fees of another
young and gifted
needed student.
And hey,
its not your fault
that
youre just
so charming,
everybody wants to
help you out.
ha, ha..
Was that your stomach
rumbling?
ha..
Ambulance siren at distance
You wait here,
Ill be right back
okay?
door knock
Hey...
Jaydeep,
how are you feeling?
I live in a
hospital,
how would I be?
Listen..
I know,
this is sensitive
but
its about
the night
you were attacked
about
the man who saved you.
Ive told you already!
Would you like to meet him?
Of course!
Do you know him?
Hold that thought.
footsteps leaving
Theres someone
I want you to meet..
Now?..
footsteps aproaching
ahh...
Thank you for
helping me brother.
hmm,..
that's..
its not a problem..
dont,
dont worry about it.
How you doin?
Whats your name?
Gi..
Giri..
Giriraj.
Giriraj..
Giriraj.
Sorry I had to leave you,
like that..
I didnt have any option
Jay,..
theres something that
I think you should know
about Giri..
Maria,
you are not gonna tell him.
How does it make you feel..?
Maria,
Maria, No..
that the man
who saved your life..
Maria, please..
please..
is someone
that you call
an
untouchable
Gong
Jay? Whats wrong?
This is nonsense!
My family believes that
these low caste creatures,
they cant touch us,
Jay?
they make us impure.
Sad Strings Score
Come on Jay?..
you were holding his hand
just a second ago,
this man saved your life!
Nothing changes that,
two minutes ago
you were holding his hand?
two seconds ago!..
Come on,
its the same person?
this man saved your life,
whats the problem?
Can somebody please
say something?
What is wrong?
This is Australia Jay,
nothing changes that.
Is that your father?
Jay..
Sad Strings Score continues
He has his characteristics
Whos characteristics?
He has his blood
in his eyes.
Whose?..
What are you
talking about?
Do you remember Tundel?
Mangal Vankar?
Kanti Vankar?
You people deserved
to be massacred.
Massacred?
Wait,
do you two
know each other
or.. what?
His..
people are the ones
who attacked
my people
in the time of darkness.
You should have let me die
Jay,
come on?
this is insane
This man,
saved your life?
I,
have had enough.
Dont you ever forget
who you are
and where you belong,
Jay, please..
get out.
Maria,
this man..
people like them
this man is no different
from you.
Maria, people..
Hes no different from me,
there is no difference between
the doctor,
the cleaner,
the nurse
who comes and
feeds you everyday,
please Jay,
come on...
Maria,
We are all
equal, okay?
Maria, they will never realise
the value of peoples lives..
Maria, just leave it.
Equality Jay, please
Maria,
No...no, no.
what makes you different
from all those kids
who beat you up huh?
What makes you
any different from them?
Please.. Please.
stay right here.
there is no difference,
you are the one that
needs to make a difference.
you are the one that
needs to see..
through it.
It's Bullshit,
okay?
Were all human beings,
we are all human beings!
Please Jay,
please..
please!
Im actually begging you.
Come on?..
Please?
Youre making a mistake,
youre making a
huge mistake.
Youre letting yourself down,
youre letting your country down
just like the others did.
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Brother?
Brother,
Brother...
Bro?
Bro,
Bro.
Bro..
I am sorry..
Giriraj,
Brother
please forgive me
Brother
Please.
I beg you,
It's okay.
thank you.
Door closes
Soft Strings Score
Strings Score Continues
Strings Score ends
Darling,
Thank you
Cutlery drops
birds tweeting outside
birds tweeting
Its not too late
my love
Shell never forgive me.
Phone dial tone
Phone rings
Phone rings again
Maria?
Dad,
Where are you?
Dad, if your calling to
give me more of
your rubbish talk
then please dont bother
okay?
Im sorry Maria,
From the bottom of my heart.
Giriraj is a nice boy
im sure.
I have let go
of my Indian ways
long ago Maria.
Will you please,
forgive me?
Maria?
Are you there?
Dad,
What?
I love you baba
Darling,
please dont cry.
Its all my fault.
Please bring him back home.
I owe him an apology.
Oh Dad,
thank you.
Are you still mad at me?
Come on.. Dad,
I cant be mad at you
for too long.
Thats my girl!
ha.. ha.
I.. umm..
I,
I gotta go papa
Im
actually cooking dinner
for Giri tonight.
Good luck
with that!
And make sure you
dont burn his mouth
with too much chilli.
ha, ha..
ha.. ha.. ha
Very funny dad!
Ill talk to you later
yeah?..
I Love you
I love you too
Phone cuts
Ahh...
Indian Classical Music Plays
Well?
That was great
I bet its nothing like
what your mother cooks.
Thats true but
nothing does.
Better than being knocked
flying
by a blind
PhD student,
whos bragging a bit
about his studies..
ohh..
Thats not quite true madam,
But I must admit
it was..
quite a dangerous experiment.
Look,
whats happened to us?
ha, ha..
You havent seen
anything yet!..
You mean it gets worse?
Well, whats an
experiment without a
satisfactory outcome
right?
hmm..
Couldnt agree more!
So, Im..
Im not too sure
about India anymore.
Because of what I said?
Yeah,
a bit.
But ahh..
Ive been thinking
about what you told me,
and...
I want to write
about your story.
oh..
Thats just my opinion.
I know how
the Indian system works.
just,
just like you know
how the Australian
system works
oh..
maybe we could shed some
light on your history?
help them understand
anyway..
hows your family?
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footsteps approaching
Dogs bark at distance again
A cat meow's nearby
Dogs howling
Laughters
Ha.. ha,
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ha... ha,
Crickets continues to chrip
The villagers started
vanishing without a trace.
Can they do anything?
What can they do?
Nothing can be proved
in these cases.
Im so sorry
I mean,
now you understand?
When i say
I dont agree with people
who cry that
Australia is a racist country?
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That smile could
land you in a lot of trouble.
hmm..
but this...
is absolutely
intoxicating.
Thats very kind of you
Phone rings
Phone rings again
ahh...?
Im sorry..
Thats okay..
Phone continues to ring
ahh...
What?
Are you serious?
Alright,
You have,
impeccable timing
you know that?
What about Ram?
Alright, Ill be there
in twenty minutes
hmm..
yeah..
See you.
Phone cuts
What happened?
Can't believe this...
ahh...
Sorry my friend just,
ha..
lost his apartment keys
I need to go back home.
to open the gate.
ahh...
Im sorry..
you know I dont
wanna go right?
ahh..
Id get out of bed
for my mates
in trouble too.
You know, you and I
were good together.
ahh, ha ha..
Door opens with squeak
Door closes
Car passes with speed
Heavy metal music plays
Urban night traffic
Heavy metal music plays in the car
Glove box closes
Guys,
Were fucking out of crystal
Fuck
what are we gonna do?
Shit,
whos got cash?
You got cash?
How much we got?
Here's Fifty cents
Fifty cents?
huh...
Coin drops
Fifty cents!..
Fuck!
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What are we gonna do?
Yeah,
I need a hit quick
Footsteps
ahh..
Whos that
old bag out there?
Just fucken stop here
just.. get me
Im gonna fuck this guy
There goes our cash
walking down the road!
Just pull up here,
pull up here,
yeah pull here..
pull here
Im gonna take this guys cash.
Lets give a hit on
the fuck head..
Stop..
Car tyres skid
What the fuckup?
Stop..
Car door opens
Stop.. fucking hell
Car door closes
Give us your money,
ya fucking old cunt
Well gimme your fuckin
money..
No money man..
no no,
Gimme your fuckin money!
No money..
body hit
err...
body falls
Car door opens
Go! Fuckin go..
Go, he didnt have
cash, go..
Car raves away
We need more fucking
dosh man..
Thisll get us fuck all,
if that?
Yeah, yeah,
yeah..
we need to find the
fucking cash this time,
yeah..
Oh look here,
look here,
another sucker
footsteps
Heavy metal continues
Hey curry muncher!
Car brake squels
Wheres ya fuckin money?
Car door closes
I dont,
I dont.. have
any money..
Gimme what I fuckin want!
Come on..
Come up,
anything?..
You should have plenty of
fucking cash in here hey?
Look,
I dont want any trouble
alright.
yeah..
Fuck all man,
nothing?
ohh..
Lets go..
Na, Fuck that!
Dont worry if,
hes got nothing.
thats all I have.
Fuck that!
where the sneaky fucker
hid all his coins?
Please explain?..
but,
I dont get paid...
until next week.
huh?..
I get paid next week,
I,
I dont have any money.
Fuck..
Come on, lets go..
What the fuck?
Gimme your phone,
gimme your fuckin phone..
What a fucking shit phone?
Who the fuck still has this?
Fuck?
come on..
Shut the fuck up man!
get in the fucking car
Shut the fuck up man!
This cunt,
is trying to spoil my night.
I,
Look, I dont want any trouble,
Ive given you everything
that I had.
Whats your fuckin' pin number?
Tell me right now.
Theres no money on the card.
You fuckin would say that,
wouldnt ya?
Im giving you one more
fucking chance mate...
one more fucking chance?
I,
one more!
Come on?..
I told you the truth,
I dont want
any trouble alright?
Lewis, what the fuck
are you doing?
Get the fuck in the car..
Footsteps
Where the fuck
do you think youre goin huh?
body hits
What the fuck
have you done man?
What the fuckup?
Please get in the
fucking car Lewis,
Fuck off..
Dude he is not moving.
Dude get up.. Man,
Dude?
fucking, come on man..
get the fu...
Man, get the fuck up?
Dude, man..
Dude?..
Dude, he's not fucking moving.
Fuck up man?..
Get in the fucking car..
Get in the car now.
Car door opens.
ahh.. get up.. man,
Car door closes.
What the fuck?..
Car tyres skid
What?..
Wait.. God,
Wait..
Fuck.. No..
Fuck.. Fuck.
Footsteps
Fuck?
Fuck,
Go..
Go.. go..
just fucking go.
Car raves away
Crickets chriping
metal Sign board rattles
Wind flows
Phone rings
Hello..
Maria,
It's Jaydeep
Hi..
Jaydeep,
ahh..
What?
what is it?
What's wrong Jay?..
You might need to
sit down or something,
Giriraj was attacked
last night
aah..
Is this a joke?
It isn't funny Jay?
He is not with us,
anymore Maria
I am so sorry Maria.
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Voice on Radio:
This is Emma Monk
with the news
making news today,
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Peter McCallum was elected
as the new premier of State
for Victoria
Hi Jason,
yeah, I know its the 28th of Feb
It's a wrap
I'll come by at noon
and hand it in.
Flying to India tommorow
okay
bye.
Nikunj Sharma was appointed as
multi cultural advisor for Victoria.
In other news...
the MCG has seen
crowd breaking numbers
as fans flock to see
in the AFL Grand final.
in the weather today,
we are set to have
Isolated showers
with tops of 22 degrees
Hey...
be careful darling,
it's Daddy's story.
Printer Prints on paper
Ha.. ha.
Alright...
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Top Stories
Another shocking case
of violence against
Indian students
in Australia
attacks happening in Melbourne
a student got badly injured
its a horrific situation
India's Prime Minister
Manmohan Singh said
he's appalled by the incident
Australia's government insist
the attacks in Melbourne
and Sydney
are not racially motivated
the Indian students studying here
are feeling insecure
in India the issue burns on
as the headline news
just before dawn
this morning
a mass protest
at one of Melbourne's iconic
street corner's
itself turned violent
phone ringing
phone ringing
phone rings again
phone ringing
phone rings again
phone ringing
Steve...
Good morning
Its my day off
what?
what?..
you are kidding?...
how about a third page
side coloum?..
okay...
damn it...
he is a representative
of students
oh... He's here now!..
I gotta go...
Mr. Sharma...
Hi..
please..
I am here representing
the Truth Newspaper
I'll just like to get
your opinion on
the recent attack?
Mr. Sharma
can you tell me please...
explain to me?...
Attack after attack
one after the other
it feels like
its a direct attack
on my people
because of our race..
Isn't it?...
Am I wrong?...
Are you saying...
Australia is...
is Raciist Sir?...
Well...
Do I really need to
say it out loud?...
for you to open your eyes
and see
whats been happening
for the last
four.. five.. months?
and not a single action
has been taken by the
COPs or the government?
Students are the cash cows
in this economy...
So Mr. Sharma...
I take that as a yes...
you feel this country
is racist?...
Yes...
I... I do
and its racist because
the Australian society
doesn't like
Indian students comming here...
working hard..
earning money
getting jobs...
and you know whats funny?..
they see we are stealing
their jobs...
can someone explain me how?
So in your opinion..
should the government
take strong action?
ha....
It's incapable of action
let alone strong action
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phone rings
phone rings again
oh Jesus..
don't you look where you are going?
I am sorry..
Tram passes at distance
These heavy books can kill somebody...
be careful, hey...
what are you studying?
PhD in Mocrobiology...
Algae..
Student from India?
yeah
Hey great
Actually, umm..
I'm in research too..
the Indian student attack?
Would you be willing to help me
make some sense of it?
Look, Im actually getting late
How about tomorrow?
Meet me at this caf?
Its just around the corner
Look.. Im not sure, I..
Please?..
I could really do with your help
I appear to be outgunned here..
Allright
Allright...
I'll see you then
yep..
Oh...
and that's my number..
Ive put the word out,
TV and print guys...
want to eat it up!
this is our chance...
Hi... thanks for your time
Mr. Sharma...
Welcome, Welcome, Welcome!..
The Australian media
finally has time for us now!
We always have time for you, Mr. Sharma.
Oh.. really, Is that right?
These attacks are not
an accurate representation of..
About that..
The cops, government and the media
prefer to be blind on this one
And every other day
we receive calls about some
attacks against Indians...
And what happened to
our dear friend Jaydeep,
is not the first Indian attack
tomorrow it could be him
or myself..
and people like her..
still wont call it racism
Ahh..
Thats a very strong statement,
Mr. Sharma..
These could just as easily be
regrettable coincidences
Are you crazy?
Excuse me?..
It feels like youre one of them.
Is she even Indian?
Ahh..?
Youre blind to these facts Maria..
Whats wrong with being hardworking?
They say were taking their jobs,
but actually,
we are the ones working for them!..
The invisible "They"
Its just another form of
exploitation.
What do you mean by that?
Well..
students are drawn here
in the name of education.
Its an open secret,
these Indian students have
big loans to pay off,
very easy motive to
skin us for more work and
pay us little or nothing
Exactly..
Now youre talking..
Mr Sharma, Im here to report
on this side of the story
Oohh..
look Maria,
the authorities
have to take responsibility
and immediate action
Well, I agree!..
I completely agree
but..
hang on.. hang on.
but I do have a couple of more
questions?..
ooh..!
Aah...
Im sorry Maria,
but well have to wrap
it up here.
Theres more important people
waiting outside..
Vijay will let you know when
you can come in next!..
Thats no problem, Mr Sharma
Thanks for your time though
thankyou
thanks for your time..
good to see you
That was good..
Vijay,
this is our chance.
We have a mouthpiece now
Right!
Who we meeting now?
I dont have anything listed?
We dont tell everything to
journalists, Vijay...
This time Ive got the
proper mover and shaker..
And who would that be?
The State Opposition leader
Mr McCallum
Hey!.. You made it
I didnt catch
your name last time?
Ohh, sorry!
Umm.. my name is
Giriraj Vanakar
ohh..
or, Giri..
Giri,
right!..
So..
umm..
how can I help?
Would you like a drink?
umm..
Sure..
could I have a coffee with..
umm.. milk?
and..
and 2 sugars please
so coffee with milk and two sugars
and just my regular skinny latte,
thanks..
So..
youre studying
a PhD
in Microbiology,
yes?..
Why Melbourne?
Umm..
After I finished my
Masters in India,
I was..
really lucky to get a
scholarship here
A scholarship?
Congratulations!..
You must have extremely
proud parents, right?
What do they do?
They were both teachers..
theyre retired now.
The reason I,
wanted to meet with you today
is because Im doing research
on the recent violence against
Indian students for "The Truth,
my newspaper..
Ohh yeah..
you, mentioned that..
Thats right,
Can I ask?
have you experienced
any discrimination so far?
Discrimination?
Umm..
All my life
My name is Kanti...
Kanti Mangal Vanakar
Vanakar means weaver,
my caste is...
one of the deprived caste
of Indian society.
yes...
I am...
an untouchable.
In the Indian caste system,
it is important to remember
your caste.
So,
the society can fit you.
This practice
exists from ancient time
to the modern
Indian society.
I am from Tundel,
a small village
of Gujurat state.
Me and my wife...
are the only two people
from 'Tundel',
who made it through education
and got a government job
as a teacher.
Im my village,
Tundel...
when a marriage
or religious ceremony
takes place...
we,
the low caste
are only good
for slavery.
If we do not follow
the structure of the society,
then we are punished.
In the year 1965,
it was my father
and a few brave soul
who encouraged me
to stand my ground
to say...
enough!
There was no turning back
with struggle
from then on.
Radio Playing at distance
Guys
we are closing in five minutes...
ohh.. thats
that's fine
We should probably actually
get going anyway.
thanks..
Listen,
I cant believe half of
what youre telling me.
You must be exaggerating,
surely?..
We have to meet again tomorrow
and get the rest of this story
Im just telling you
how it is..
I can see I might even
need to go to India
Go to India?
For what?
Well..
I wanna get a complete picture
of the story
Aah...
Look..
I think you should just
stay here and
save your money.
thats just my opinion!
Your opinion is it?
Well Im looking
for the truth.. so,
No offence but
people in India don't even
admit their crimes to each other
let alone an..
outsider.
It,
it might take you a lifetime
or at least twenty years
to get even..
close to the truth
Okay..
perhaps I could maybe just
file some stories from India.
I mean theres certainly enough
IT support crew on hand there
to keep me online...
ha ha.. ha
It's funny
you could use that
sense of humor
when youre in India
Well listen..
since were getting on so well,
How much is it?
It's okay
why dont
we meet tomorrow?
Sort out the sheep
from the goats?
umm..
Look,
Ill..
Ill definitely try but
I do have other things to do.
umm..
I really do appreciate it,
ahh...
so ill see you tomorrow?
Yep.. sure
okay!..
sounds good..
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bells, as Tram crosses
footsteps approaching
Mr McCallum,
your guests..
Welcome boys,
whats it like out there?
Still hot?
Its actually hotter than India.
Ohh!..
Just so you know,
weve got more print coverage today!..
Yeah well..
thats what i like to hear
Hopefully
itll stuff up the other mob.
We can make some mileage
out of this, you know..
save..
our unique,
Multi-Cultural society!
Were actually in touch with
the media back home
and you know what?
Its been splashed everywhere!..
Ohh.. Spot on!..
With your help..
we can really start something
Good,
So were on the same page then!
How about this?
We start up a massive rally..
get students,
taxi drivers
etc...
but..
but would you be able to help?
Look..
Youve got my attention
but
this is politics boys.
Keep my name out of it
and Ill take care
of the rest of it.
It be a really peaceful rally...
Like that of Mahatma Gandhi
Now, Ill put you in touch with Jenny
and shell sort out what you guys need.
Jen!
These two gentlemen,
whatever they need..
okay
you, assist them
and
Nothing leaves this room.
got it?
Absolutely
okay..
And get me Bill on the phone
Sure
Alright.. thanks for your time
Footsteps
Phone rings
Bill,
Sweet!...
Yeah.. got those
Indian chaps on board.
Wont take long now.
it's all starting to happen
hmm..
Thanks
See you at the club.
Could I just put you
on hold for a moment?
thank you.
Hi, how you goin' ?
Hi..
my names Maria Krish,
Im a journalist
with The Truth,
Im here to interview
Jaydeep Rajput
Hes in room
two-one hundred
umm..
I also was wondering
just a little bit about
the man who brought him here?
okay
Do you have any information on..
I can look it up and
when you come out again,
I can give it to you.
Great! thank you so much.
Footsteps
Hello...
My names Maria Krish,
Im a journalist
with The Truth.
Umm, Im here to speak with
Jaydeep, about the attack
Ah.. Suresh Charandeep..
Im Jays flat mate
okay..
Is he doing any better?
Doctors say,
hes out of danger now but,
they want him here
another four weeks
Whats happened with your friend
is just shocking..
Shocking?
No students are safe here.
the..
the police wont do anything.
Its not like that
What is it like?
People are dying, the..
culprits are running free.
The government, the police..
no one takes any responsibility?
We are going back home,
back to India in a month.
Parents are scared.
its..
its just not fair.
They dont want us living
in a racist country like this.
Listen..
Could you please
not use that word?
Can I see him?
Hes resting but you can try
Thanks
door knock
Hi..
Jaydeep?
my names Maria Krish.
Im a journalist with The Truth.
I was just speaking with Suresh,
outside.
How are you feeling?
Been better than this.
Are you okay to chat?
It is important
to try and understand...
why?
Why..
why me?
Thats not one I can answer
just yet,
Im sorry.
Its more than obvious
Jaydeep,
the majority of Australians
find this violence
very disturbing.
Im inclined to think that
these attacks arent
racially motivated
How do you know?
Have you ever been in a
racist or violent situation?
No..
I havent
Can you tell me
a bit about
what happened?
It could help
cast some light on
other recent incidents, as well.
Listen, we can..
talk another time
Its okay
let.. let me get a nurse
but I cant
tell you much.
Thats okay..
well take it slowly,
yeah?.
believe me when I say
most of us are
appalled.
So,
how does that help?
Well..
despite the headlines,
the political point scoring,
the finger pointing...
justice will be served.
Your attackers
will be punished.
So,
why did you come to Australia?
I came to learn cookery
You want to become a chef?
No.
My,
parents were desperate
for me to live here.
Its
easier to get
permanent residency
through these courses
Really?...
Ahh..!
You have no idea
how bizarre that sounds
I finished a..
Bachelor in Commerce
in India.
But I guess Im
just a..
footsteps
drop
in the ocean of
B-Com graduates.
footsteps
Theres no jobs for us
Jobs doesnt come
that easy
for high caste people...
like us in India.
these days.
Reservation seats
are given to these
untouchables,
lower
caste people.
Thats
the caste system, right?
wait..
what exactly are
reserved seats?
Its
written in the Constitution,
these low caste people
are given a
set percentage of
of all the jobs,
university places,
and government positions..
in almost everything.
So, we
high caste people,
we miss out on good jobs.
Sometimes,
they ,
dont even use
the positions
that are kept for them.
Thats wrong
I didnt know any of that
and these
Untouchables..
you say
theyre the lowest caste?
Bottom of the food chain.
below everyone.
One thing you must know
high caste people like me
we are the kings back home!
Gong
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monkey's screech
Village drums playing
Holi chants
These fools think
they can defy us?
They deserve
what they have coming
And what do they have
coming Jaydeep?
Theyre human beings
just like you
Thats another reason
why my father wants
me to come back home.
They have
already told the media
about my situation here
And..
do you want
media coverage
on the attack?
Yeah, well if
it means something gets done,
yes...
Like you,
I want people to see
the truth.
The truth?..
Ahh... Yeah
ahh..
Listen..
I dont wanna keep
you any longer,
thanks for your time Jaydeep.
footsteps
Actually..
I was...
wondering..
a little bit about the man
who brought you here.
Was he a friend?
No.
he was a stranger.
I dont remember much
after the first few kicks.
But the doctor said,
he...
brought me in
and then he left.
Has he visited you?
Thanks very much
Jaydeep,
I really do appreciate
your time,
I hope you get better soon,
take care.
footsteps
footsteps
Hey, I was just wondering
if youd found that name?
Ah.. yes..
thanks
Phone rings
phone rings again
Hi Steve?
Yep, Ive just finished off.
thank you..
thank you so much,
I really appreciate it
aha..
Automatic door opens
Urban Score plays
Computer keyboard clicks
Office staff voices at distance
Door knock
keep it short and sweet,
Yup.. Thanks mate
yup.. no worries
okay.
Maria Krish!...
I was just about to
advertise your job.
Any chance of you coming to work
and you know... working?
I know, I know.
Its coming.
But!...
But what?...
You said, you had it covered.
I recall you even
gave me your own deadline?
This needs a serious look at
Steve.
I want to go to India
ha aha...
Maria?
this is a bloody story about
a random Paki attack.
We punch out a few headlines,
the odd Police's
spokesperson quote
a few gory details.
Three days...
done and dusted.
It is not a chance for
a bloody holiday in Goa.
Steve,
Its a chance for an
in-depth investigation.
Its not as simple as
a few headlines
over a few days...
Why not?
Some bored kids
bash a few students
for money and smokes,
and the Indian media
and every bloody
taxi driver in the country
wants to play victim
I want to uncover
the schemes set up
to attract them here.
Its one huge rort
And how is a visit to India
going to change that?
See..
theres a twist,
since Ive discovered
the Indian caste system
still exists...
And whats that got to do
with this story?
Some Indian students
mentioned it to me
when I was talking to them
Steve,..
I' know..
I' Just..
I wanted to get some insight.
Untouchables
they call them Steve,
hmm..
they treat them like
second class citizens,
It's worse even.
But
I want the whole story,
the Mickey Mouse courses,
the parents,
the agents,
the big fake industry
Hmmm..
now youre talking..
You got a mind like a
bloody steel trap.
okay,
Tell the story,
report the facts and
get it done quick!
Im giving you one week
in India
Lets eat this up.
Tickets already booked
And stay in contact
for Krishnas sake!
You better get this
right...
else you wont have a job
when you get back
Ive got it covered Boss!...
door closes
tram passing at distance
Door bell rings
Ahh...
Hello...
You baking a cake Mum?
Ive given up making cake,
my love...
Your dads too fat.
Mum,
Why do you still keep these
ancient photos
of us?..
Ahh..
We have so many nice,
new ones!
umm..
Talk to your dad,
he refuses to let go
of the past.
drives me nuts!
Anyway,
hows work?
Yeah..
its good,
Im freaking out
a little bit though
Why?..
The Indian student attacks?
Ahh..
Bloody terrible.
Bloody little thugs!
Yeah..
well, Im trying to
uncover the story.
Steves letting me go
to India!..
India?
Yeah!..
my God!..
Mum!...
I,
I was actually talking to
one of the boys
who was attacked,
he.. umm..
he calls himself
a high caste
and complains about
low caste "Untouchables"
and then,
get this..
Australian racism.
hmm..
Its a really sad and
confusing situation, but
no body wants to
to admit that
hmm..
Welcome to Australia
my darling!
Its taken us..
Two hundred years..
to say sorry
to the Aboriginals.
Not that sorry means much
if nothing changes
Surely,
cant be that racist?
I' mean,
I dont know anybody
who feels like that,
or behaves in that way?
We cant always tell
what a person feels
or thinks Maria.
White humans,
have genetic baggage.
Weve been brought up to
think that we are superior
to the rest of them.
Arent we trying to make up
for all that crap?
Nah..
We dont like to face up to
hard truths about ourselves.
Real honesty is a
rare commodity.
so much easier
to blame the other person,
the other class,
the other country.
Mum!
Since when did you get
so outspoken?
laughs
And were not the only ones
with double standards by the way
Ah..
I just get bloody sick of it.
When I met your Dad,
he had a hard time.
He was always
the bloody curry muncher,
the smelly Indian.
People thought I was mad
to marry an Indian man.
Im just..
so sad for those students
I can imagine Dad
having a hard time
ahh.
but times are changing ma..
by the way where is dad?
oh, Hes gone out
phone rings
Ahh...
phone rings again
I gotta go,
you gotta go?..
Im really really sorry,
its Steve..
Dont you worry
your head about all this ok?
I wont..
phone rings again
This conversation is not over!
Well talk later yeah?
Hey, Steve..
Hey, Im so sorry..
footsteps
Yeah..
You know I've been busy..
Vijay,
how are you?
okay Listen,
Hi Bhaskaran
I've someone in the office
I'll call you back
bye.
Come, come Bhaskaran,
I hear youre helping
the victims of the bashings,
heavy social work
on your hands, huh?
Who else will help our people?
huh?
Boys,
Im hearing rumours
of a rally?
Tell me youre not behind this?
Bhaskaran,
youd be
on this side of the fence
if one of your
South Indian friends
had been attacked.
Its time to make a stand,
now or never?
And boss..
were merely fighting
for equality.
Were no slaves to them
Aussies,
you know that man!
Nikunj,
this is not India.
We need to be educating,
not agitating!
Okay Mr. Gandhi,
when theyre pounding us
into mango pulp
do you really think
they think about our thoughts
and feelings
like how you are now?
Not a chance.
The cops will find out
whos behind it and then what?
When?
When will that happen?
When half of us are dead?
You know what,
its best if you leave us
to our work
and well leave you to yours.
thanks for coming
and wasting our time.
Youre right!
But I know what
Im fighting for
has more meaning.
You two,
youre more interested in
yourselves..
All the very best.
door closes
Laughters
That's good my man
that was good!
Laughters again
Waste of time
ha, ohh...
Television News
When hundreds of
Indian students
rally in Northen CBD
yesterday..
It was supposed to have
been a peaceful protest.
The aim was to
highlight the latest attack
on one of their own.
An Indian student fighting
for his life.
The ralley, certainly
hit it's mark
when this afternoon
politicians were clamoring
to slam this side of attacks
on Indian students,
and came to avoid
damage to Australian and
Indian diplomatic relations
In fact the complains of
racial attackks have been
pouring in to fedral
and state governments
for the past twelve months.
The opinion is divided
about whether all of the violance
is been racially motivated?
Musical score
Computer keyboard clicking
Musical score continues
Musical score continues
Phone chimes
Musical score ends
Hey..
How you going?
Thanks for meeting me today
Yep, no problem,
how have you been?
Yeah, not bad..
Birds chirping
and you?
Thats good,
ahh, Ive been ok,
Lab works going on..
Right..
so it's fine.
Umm hey.. I actually
got.. umm..
some stuff here,
umm..
this is just some
background material on
the caste system in India,
might help you with the report..
Giri,
So I just thought that..
maybe useful for you..
Thank you so much!
Yep, no worries at all..
I' seriously! Thank you!
No worries at all..
umm..
theres some photographs in there,
some newspaper clippings..
Yeah..
that would really come in handy
thanks
no worries..
Birds chirping again
ha..
Tell you what,
theres nothing like a
breath of fresh air!
So umm..
Voice recorder beeps
If you dont mind me asking,
what caste do you belong to?
I dont mind at all
umm..
Birds Chirping
Crows caw at distance
Goat bleats
Holy Chants
Holy Chants
People singing songs of prayers
Crickets chirping
Dogs bark at distance
Devotional song continues
Dogs continue to bark
People singing songs of prayers
Crickets chirping
Dogs bark at distance
Suspense Score
Devotional song continues
Dogs continue to bark
People scream for help
Screaming continues
Did anybody die?
Kids play at distance
No, but many people were
severely injured.
Since the 60s
my father has been struggling
with these issues..
What was the response from
the police and government?
Response?
The police just took bribe.
And as the voices grew louder,
the government just used it
for their own political gain.
The government sent a
special delegate..
to Tundel
and then they decided that
theyre gonna pass a bill
What was the bill?
It was the Anti Slavery and
the Untouchable
Atrocitie's Bill.
Did it bring any change?
Not meaningful change,
it didnt.
That was long time ago.
Phone rings
Phone rings again
Telephone bell rings
Hello?
telephone credles
door clangs
footsteps
door closes
Crows caw at distance
footsteps
Birds twitting at distance
Village drums play
footsteps
Birds twitting in the park
Wow!
Your father was responsible for that
He made them accept
that they were wrong and
confessed that the system
had to change.
See..
this makes me think that
maybe people really
do want peace
you know?
Such a powerful story Giri
Musical score plays
Powerful indeed.
It was a great day for
the Dalits,
untouchable community but...
But
what?
I actually have to leave so..
ohh..
Im gonna be heading off..
We havent finished
I would love to but..
there are students that
I have to teach now
Alright! Ill..
Ill let you go this time
Catch the tram there?
Yeah
Ill walk you there
Thanks...
I cant
believe that..
hey and I cant
wait to get into this!
Yeah, lets hope it
actually helps.
Musical score ends
Well I hope,
its cleared that up for you?
Where does that leave us,
Premier?
I mean,
this is not a good
situation for anyone?
its hurting,
our relations
with India.
Haa..
Indian relations!
Ahh!..
You just look after yourself
there Peter.
I think weve got everything
under control,
the Commissioners
on board too.
Thats not what
the papers are saying.
Look,
I know the polls are closed,
but
a little give and take
we can work something out
here together?
In all due respect,
we know exactly
what were doing.
Now,
what is it that you
actually wanted from me,
Peter?
You wouldnt come
ten miles out here
if you didnt want something
so come on..
spit it out!
Migrant electorates
are your downfall
not mine.
Now,
my Indian friends
tell me
theres more to come
like that rally
we just had.
Not a good image
for your government.
Since when did you care about
my governments image?
You would do and
say anything
to get into my chair
but I am guessing
there's more?
I could topple you
if the Indian students
situation continues...
as it will may do.
So thats your game.
Well, Im sorry
you wasted your
petrol and time
coming out here!
We can go down this road
in the House.
These be different
if you just cough up
what we need.
Otherwise,
youll be handing over
that chair,
very.. very.. soon
For you to be in my chair Peter,
youre gonna have to be
reborn as a dust mite
Pleasure as always,
Shirley.
Always Peter.
door closes
car starts
engine raves
car passes
Song plays
Song continues...
Song ends
Birds chirping at dusk
Youve researched so much,
about the Indian culture.
Well, its part of my job,
Laughs
this is me!
We can leave here today
So..
these invisible friends
of yours,
do I ever get to
meet them?
Im horrible,
arent I,
haa..
aah..
You know what?
Yeah!
Id..
Id love for you to meet them.
this weekend?
Umm,
yeah..done.
Great!..
And youre
the exact opposite
of horrible,
ha ha..
youre actually really nice
thanks..
Distant breeze
Goodnight,
alright..
ahh..
Sounds good, Ill..
ummm..
Ill let you know
about this weekend
Yep, sure
Ill get them all sorted.
Alright!
Cool,
bye!
Get home safe
I will,
you too.
Thanks
Bye
bye...
footsteps
exhales breath
Gate closes
Footsteps departing
Footstaps climbing
So...
Maria..
is this the tall,
handsome,
intelligent...
Ya?..
Is he coming?
Ooh..
there he is!..
Okay,
please behave.
Hey Giri,
I waited
Glad to know..
Weiredo..
Guys.. ahh..
this is Giri.
Hi Guys!..
These are my long time mates.
Katie, Hi..
Hi Mate
Matt
hows it goin?
Giri..
Im Dee..
Dee,
And thats Ben
I'm Ben
Giri
Thanks for having me..
Youre alright mate,
have a seat
ya.. ha ha..
So is Giri..
short for something?
or..
Umm..
yeah its short for
Giriraj.
Giris just easier
to pronounce so..
How do you say it?
Gi Ri..
Giriraj
Giri Raj
Yep
I hear that
Indian culture is
quite complicated.
Are you finding it hard
transitioning into
Western wilderness?
I find it quite
congenial actually,
but I really havent had
much time to explore
the things down here.
hmm..
So what brings you to
our shores Giri?
Study or
taking our jobs?
Matt?..
Babe..?
well..
It's allright darling?..
He's just..
No.. no.. it's okay..
well, not taking jobs
yet but,
I am doing my PhD and
Ill hopefully graduate in
in three years and
then I will.
Laughters
Hes on his way to
becoming a very successful
scientist.
if that dont work out,
he can always work at 7 Eleven
Laughs
Successful scientist,
wow!
on that note
Im gonna go grab u..
some nice bottle of wine..
Sounds good..
thanks!
So..
do you spend time looking at
whats going on under the
surface of life,
while Marias
watching whats going on,
on top?
Laughters
What?..
I think
Maria looks into the
depths as well.
Thats..
really nice!...
ha ha..
Umm...
hes really smart,
hes actually been
helping me with my report
on the Indian student attacks.
I dont know,
its a lot more complicated
than I really thought!
So many more parties involved
Yeah, weve employed
some Asians
on our building sites.
You know?..
Half of them dont..
you know, speak English,
its very hard for em
Big issue with a lot of us,
I can totally imagine
where youre coming from.
Asians and Indians,
they hard workers
and work for less money.
Theyre being ripped off
by our standards.
ya, ya..Yeah
Alright, alright..
got us nice
bottle of red wine,
huhh..
huh?
Hmm, I'll have some of that!..
Glass of red
should not hurt anyone..
Okay.. that's allright..
Lets drink to umm..
new friends..
thank you.
and youre definitely,
pretty old mates!
thankyou for having me.
pleasure..
thanks mate.
there you go darling..
Ben, what are
your thoughts on the
Indian student attacks?
I reckon its a disgrace..
Finally!
Somebody said it.
You know wnat?
Lets make a cheers..
alright
to our beautiful
multicultural nation!
cheers
glasses toasting
cheers..
passing traffic at distance
Well?
I didnt think
I would enjoy it,
but I did.
Im glad..
Yeah, seem like
a lively bunch.
ah ha..
distance traffic
Maybe its time that
We should meet the
other half of my life
hmm..
Mr Mysterious?
Call it background information,
ha.. ha
are you ready?
okay...
Alright..
What are we doing?
Taxi..
door opens
Heyyyy!
Stranger..
How you been Amit?
Hi..
Its Maria
Nice to meet you, Maria
How you been?
ohh.. good
I just wanted to give her
a quick tour,
alright
of the place because she wants to
These are all new people..
Raj and .. Raj,
How you guys going?
Hi.. ha ha
Hi mam,
how are you going?
And these is..
two boys from the...
from this place
they are working.
Alright.. so,
Im just going to show you..
so thats where I used to..
sleep,
that what my bed
used to be..
just one-half of the bed,
the other half,
someone else used to sleep.
Umm..
thats where we used to
have the television,
Ahh.. wow?
where did the television go?
Ahh..
We can't afford this
luxury
Yes..
oh.. by the way,
just one second..
Thats funny,
we all used to gather
together and just..
Ahh..
some letters from your home,
hope you paying
bill regularly..
have a seat sit, please..
thanks
Hey, Maria..
Sheetal
nice to meet you,
so how long
have you been here?
Aahh..
its been six months
Aha..
Yup
and does..
everybody live in this room?
umm..
two is missing..
So theres another two people
living here?
Yes, two more.
Ha..
Maria, well just leave,
I just need to quickly
use the restroom,
do you mind
holding onto these?
Yeah.. sure, sure..
Are these letters
from his home?
Yes
It's from India
Wow..
Alright!..
you had a good
conversation with her?
I was trying to
find something but
I couldnt find..
but anyway.
People are already sleeping man
sorry
so Im gonna leave.
nice meeting you
Bye bye.
see you soon,
take care
Keep in touch my friend
yup
Thank you..
Alright.. Ill see you later,
bye bye..
see you guys, take care
see you Maria
nice to meet you
Thank you.
Surely?..
Alright.
Surely there
door creaks
door closes
Surely there are better places to
live than this?
yeah but
this is how we live,
actually this is
still less number of people
sometimes theres been like
eleven or twelve
people
This is outrageous!
Students paying
double
to live in
a Western country
and living in third world
shh..
holes like this!
Its outrageous.
Maria..
ahh..
listen to me..
how else
do you think
ha..
people are going to
save up money?
you know we need to
pay bills,
look at this
we need to pay rent,
we need to pay our fees
and more than anything else,
we even need to send
our money back home
to our parents,
how else do you think
its gonna happen?
We have to live in
places like these.
Gong
Keyboard Clicking
Birds tweeting
Keyboard clicking continues
Tram passing at distance
Keyboard clicking continues
Mum..
I am back!
Laughters
Brought you and dad
a surprise...
Ohh!..
you have to close your eyes okay?
okay!..
damn
right..
Turn around...
and Open!
Ahh...
We have a guest!
laughs
Hello Aunty,
Im Giri..
Ahh.. aunty is it?
Call me Margaret
Its just an Indian thing!
Mmm.. I like the Indian thing
Laughs
Its for you..
I told him
not to bring anything!
Glad you did,
Laughs
come on in..
come, come, come.
sure..
Thank you.
oh, it's a pleasure.
come here
how was your day today?
ahh, wasn't bad
it's good..
good.
your dad will be here
in a minute.
ya?..
yah!..
So, welcome
make yourself at home.
thank you, Margaret.
Dad!..
hi darling..
here he is..
you!..
Maria 's brought a friend
Friend..
Hello Sir, I am
Giriraj Vanakar
or Boyfriend?
ha.. ha
oh.. Dad?
umm..
Well, he's
doing his PhD
at R.M.I. in microbiology.
it's nice..
So, Giriraj
where in india
do you come from?
Sir, I come from Gujarat.
Please,
you dont have to call me sir
and where did you meet my daughter?
oh.. Ahh..
I met Giri when I was at R.M.I. Sure he has a
mouth too darling!
Maria i need some help..
okay
Sir, I met Maria at
University
and Ive actually been
helping her with the
report that shes doing
on the student attacks
I see..
So..
do you work?
do you have..
a P.R. status?
Sir, I actually teach students
in basic sciences.
I dont have my PR yet.
its only been about
three years.
Thats alright,
its just three years
So..
what caste do you belong to
Giriraj?
Brahmin?
No
No sir, I actually belong
to the weaver class
And what caste is that?
Ohh, Dad?..
What does it matter
to know his caste,
I mean hes a decent,
intelligent human being and
thats enough!
Its ok Maria,
Its not a question
Im unfamiliar with.
Sir, Im from the
lowest caste.
Untouchable
Let me be very clear,
you,
are the traditional
conservative kind
Im not
Tea..
and youre dating
my daughter?
Dad? come on..
I've lived too long to
to see chalk and chese
ohh,, Sri.
look Sir,
Dad,
cut the crap!
look
I was going to
go to India
to try and figure
this all out
but,
its happening here
in my own household!
Youve been here
thirty years Dad?
thirty years!
And you havent changed
one bit.
Im your father
Sri.. enough.
Im so sorry.
Your father seems to have
lost his manners
And youre always welcome
Thank you
thank you sir
I have no idea
what got into you then
Bloody caste
You should be ashamed
of yourself
footsteps
Computer mouse clicking
Door knock
Come in
Hi, Jeffrey
Hi Giri,
have a seat.
Giri,
Giri Im afraid
I have some bad news
Whats that?
Universitys been informed that
due to a change in
the Gujarat government,
your..
scholarship funding
has been cancelled.
oh..
Do you know why
or how?
Giri unfortunately,
our
scholarship funding is..
fully locked in,
were fully committed
and..
we cant make up the short fall.
Is there anything that
you can do, or?
Giri, Im sorry.
Youve been an outstanding student
and
we all acknowledge that
youve got
considerable potential in the
biochemical field..
ahh..
Look
umm,
theres an outside chance
that maybe,
and I,
and I, emphasize
maybe,
able to..
swing funding from
one of our
associate corporations
but...
but?
that is..
Its a long shot
and..
it could take a while
Thats it?
Im really sorry..
If theres anything I can do?
then please dont hesitate
to call me
Sad strings play
Sad Strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Drunk guys sing
Sad strings continue
Sad strings continue
Sad strings end
Guys,
what is this bloody nonsense?
This bugger is working!
Shh..
Aye,
you didnt come to drink with us
huh?
we brought the drinks to you!
Guys, can you please
just keep it down.
If the boss finds out,
Im fired.
I know you are a
big PhD
big shot..
Ha..
you are cleaning the bacteria?
I think you need to
kill the bacteria..
Shh.. ok relax
I think you need this..
Please..
Like I really dont have
time for this.
guys please seriously?
Ha..
seriously, now.
Okay, okay, okay..
we going,
we going.
we are gone!
Ram,
Take care of this guy.
Muthu Ill see you later.
idiots.
Crickets chirping
footsteps
light breeze
inhales
Dream Song plays
Dream Song ends
Giggles
Paper noise
Paper noise continues
Page turning
page turning again
Tension Strings plays
Hey, I was just wondering
if you would have found that name?
Thank you so much..
I really appreciate it.
Tension Strings continue
Are these letters from
his home?
Yes,
from india.
tension Strings continues
paper crackles
Footsteps
Door opens
Door closes
Gate shuts
Tension String Continues
Your..
Scholarship funding
has been cancelled
untouchable
We have to pay rent,
we need to pay our fees
Door knock
Hello..
Hello
Door knock again
Door opens
Hey,
You think youre
very smart dont you?
Thats the last thing
I think I am.
Door closes
Whats wrong with you?
Whats wrong?..
Ill tell you whats wrong!
I was an idiot
to have believed
all your lies
how long were you planning
on hiding this from me?
Were you planning on
telling me at all?
Giriraj
Vanakar,
Look at me..
Vanakar?
Vanakar!
Look at me
Stop being a
Coward.
Im not a coward
Im sorry..
I didnt mean to shout
Look,
I can explain it
I didnt lie to you
I just
did not want to
complicate things
Just,
tell me.
Can you please
sit down?
Please..
Look,
that night
after taking my
tuition classes,
I was taking the last
train back home.
The train arrived and
he was at this station
severely injured
so I called
the ambulance.
It was my responsibility
as a human being
to help him...
And it wasnt
your responsibility
as a human being,
to visit him?
to make sure that
he was okay?
There were doctors,
nurses,
TV reporters,
everyone was there so,
I didnt think it matter
And you didnt want to
be involved
or have your say?
Nothing I say or do
is gonna stop this
sort of thing
from happening maria?
You never even
wondered why
Indians were being targeted?
I dont know Maria.
Id rather stay clear
of discrimination.
Ive had enough.
Sad Strings Score
In India
people die
every single day,
does your media
rush to print stories?
No
Do people really care?
No.
One person like
Jaydeep
gets attacked and
suddenly its big news?
Why?
What do you care?
I want to
understand.
I cant believe that
All Australians
are racist?
not anymore anyway.
Ignorant maybe,
but its not like
its being portrayed.
Like you even
I cant stand
the media back home saying
that Australia
is a racist country.
India!
the worlds biggest
and largest democracy.
For the West it's
its all spiritual,
its all about
Bollywood,
butter chicken,
ahh, what else?
Eat, Pray, Love?
Its all so
romantic and enlightened.
But its utter Bullshit.
Do you really feel
that way about your home?
Theres so much
hatred in you.
I am Just telling you
how it is.
Australia is a racist country?
Hmm..
India is the most
racist country in the world
and it runs
far deeper,
and far further back
than even you can imagine.
Why?
Why Giri?
You know what
discrimination really is?
Calling your own people
untouchable?
killing them,
destroying their houses
no one makes a sound.
Jaydeep said,
something similar..
Who?
Jaydeep
Rajputh,
The man that you saved.
Why dont we go
visit him?
Rajputh..
Hes from the same state
that I am from.
Oh really!
you do have something
in common after all.
Even more reason
to pay him a visit
maybe?
Hes from a
higher caste anyways.
So what if hes
from a higher caste?
Giri,
This is Melbourne!
Not India?
Caste systems
dont exist here.
Youd be surprised.
locations may change
but mind sets dont.
Listen,
stop running
away from this
conversation.
Lets go and meet
Jaydeep today.
Crazy..
Youre the one
whos crazy!
Living a big fat lie,
cowering behind this
ancient custom that
degrades the value of
human being...
and you know what?
Putting your fathers
struggle,
to shame.
thunder claps
How dare you?
You have no idea
what my struggles have been?
How..
dare you rub
salt onto my wounds?
And what would your
father do?
huh?
Would he just sit here
or would he gather up
the courage to try
and make a change?
I dont know what the hell
you want from me?
I dont even know
why you care?
Frankly, meeting you
seems like the worst thing
I could have done
Showing your true
colours, arent you?
I just..
I thought you were
the one person
that I could relate to,
share an understanding
of heartache
and history.
But you are just like
everybody else.
The racist aussies
you talk about,
the high caste people
that you fear so much
you cant even face.
What the hell do
you want from me?
Cant you just see?
cant you see?
cant you see that I,
Ive fallen in love
with you Giri.
Thunder claps again
Youre so blinded by
your own selfishness
I..
I guess,
its not your fault.
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Rain falls
rain drops outside
Sad score ends
Loud song playing
Hi there..
Loud Song continues
just a table for two please
please
after you
thanks
Thank you
Thanks
Thank you
Its beautiful..
want some water?
Yep.. that be great.
Thank you
Thankyou so much
for coming today.
I really appreciate it..
Of course I came
Listen,
Im so sorry
about yesterday
Its fine,
Im sorry too
Thank you for coming,
of course..
it really means a lot
ha ha..
Sir, here's the menu
Oh, thank you
Thanks..
your's..
beautiful
you know what they serve best
Okay..
Hey..
You know we cant
do this for a while
right,
just because I need to find
another source of income.
Exactly,
Thats why
ahh..
I discussed fees
with my Mum
she likes you and
she wants you to have
a chance.
So,
shell take care of it.
hmm..
Maria,
I cant take that money,
that..
that's too much.
And where will you get
your fee money from?
I, I can not take that
money from you.
Dont let pride
in the way okay?
of..
of you,
being the best that
that you can be.
Look I'll pickup
another cleaning job
or
Ill just find more students
for tuition.
Giri,
concentrate on your PhD
okay?
finish it.
This isnt just about you.
Look,
its about every other kid
on the street
whos out there struggling.
You..
Dr Ambedkar, right?
Right?..
He was an untouchable
One of us..
He said,
Be educated
and wake up!
Wake them up Giri.
wake everybody up.
Okay?
I believe in you
my mum,
believes in you.
Dr. Giriraj
Vanakar
Professor of
Microbiology!
Okay?..
An untouchable
from Tundal.
come on!..
Think about every kid
on the street
who wakes up everyday
and is yelled at
and called
an untouchable.
whos destined for nothing,
okay?..
Dont pass up
this opportunity
you can do it!
Maria, it's..
its just that its
a lot of money
your parents..
hey...
dont worry about
paying us back okay.
If you insist,
when you become a
successful scientist
and youre changing
the world..
pay the fees of another
young and gifted
needed student.
And hey,
its not your fault
that
youre just
so charming,
everybody wants to
help you out.
ha, ha..
Was that your stomach
rumbling?
ha..
Ambulance siren at distance
You wait here,
Ill be right back
okay?
door knock
Hey...
Jaydeep,
how are you feeling?
I live in a
hospital,
how would I be?
Listen..
I know,
this is sensitive
but
its about
the night
you were attacked
about
the man who saved you.
Ive told you already!
Would you like to meet him?
Of course!
Do you know him?
Hold that thought.
footsteps leaving
Theres someone
I want you to meet..
Now?..
footsteps aproaching
ahh...
Thank you for
helping me brother.
hmm,..
that's..
its not a problem..
dont,
dont worry about it.
How you doin?
Whats your name?
Gi..
Giri..
Giriraj.
Giriraj..
Giriraj.
Sorry I had to leave you,
like that..
I didnt have any option
Jay,..
theres something that
I think you should know
about Giri..
Maria,
you are not gonna tell him.
How does it make you feel..?
Maria,
Maria, No..
that the man
who saved your life..
Maria, please..
please..
is someone
that you call
an
untouchable
Gong
Jay? Whats wrong?
This is nonsense!
My family believes that
these low caste creatures,
they cant touch us,
Jay?
they make us impure.
Sad Strings Score
Come on Jay?..
you were holding his hand
just a second ago,
this man saved your life!
Nothing changes that,
two minutes ago
you were holding his hand?
two seconds ago!..
Come on,
its the same person?
this man saved your life,
whats the problem?
Can somebody please
say something?
What is wrong?
This is Australia Jay,
nothing changes that.
Is that your father?
Jay..
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He has his characteristics
Whos characteristics?
He has his blood
in his eyes.
Whose?..
What are you
talking about?
Do you remember Tundel?
Mangal Vankar?
Kanti Vankar?
You people deserved
to be massacred.
Massacred?
Wait,
do you two
know each other
or.. what?
His..
people are the ones
who attacked
my people
in the time of darkness.
You should have let me die
Jay,
come on?
this is insane
This man,
saved your life?
I,
have had enough.
Dont you ever forget
who you are
and where you belong,
Jay, please..
get out.
Maria,
this man..
people like them
this man is no different
from you.
Maria, people..
Hes no different from me,
there is no difference between
the doctor,
the cleaner,
the nurse
who comes and
feeds you everyday,
please Jay,
come on...
Maria,
We are all
equal, okay?
Maria, they will never realise
the value of peoples lives..
Maria, just leave it.
Equality Jay, please
Maria,
No...no, no.
what makes you different
from all those kids
who beat you up huh?
What makes you
any different from them?
Please.. Please.
stay right here.
there is no difference,
you are the one that
needs to make a difference.
you are the one that
needs to see..
through it.
It's Bullshit,
okay?
Were all human beings,
we are all human beings!
Please Jay,
please..
please!
Im actually begging you.
Come on?..
Please?
Youre making a mistake,
youre making a
huge mistake.
Youre letting yourself down,
youre letting your country down
just like the others did.
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Brother?
Brother,
Brother...
Bro?
Bro,
Bro.
Bro..
I am sorry..
Giriraj,
Brother
please forgive me
Brother
Please.
I beg you,
It's okay.
thank you.
Door closes
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Darling,
Thank you
Cutlery drops
birds tweeting outside
birds tweeting
Its not too late
my love
Shell never forgive me.
Phone dial tone
Phone rings
Phone rings again
Maria?
Dad,
Where are you?
Dad, if your calling to
give me more of
your rubbish talk
then please dont bother
okay?
Im sorry Maria,
From the bottom of my heart.
Giriraj is a nice boy
im sure.
I have let go
of my Indian ways
long ago Maria.
Will you please,
forgive me?
Maria?
Are you there?
Dad,
What?
I love you baba
Darling,
please dont cry.
Its all my fault.
Please bring him back home.
I owe him an apology.
Oh Dad,
thank you.
Are you still mad at me?
Come on.. Dad,
I cant be mad at you
for too long.
Thats my girl!
ha.. ha.
I.. umm..
I,
I gotta go papa
Im
actually cooking dinner
for Giri tonight.
Good luck
with that!
And make sure you
dont burn his mouth
with too much chilli.
ha, ha..
ha.. ha.. ha
Very funny dad!
Ill talk to you later
yeah?..
I Love you
I love you too
Phone cuts
Ahh...
Indian Classical Music Plays
Well?
That was great
I bet its nothing like
what your mother cooks.
Thats true but
nothing does.
Better than being knocked
flying
by a blind
PhD student,
whos bragging a bit
about his studies..
ohh..
Thats not quite true madam,
But I must admit
it was..
quite a dangerous experiment.
Look,
whats happened to us?
ha, ha..
You havent seen
anything yet!..
You mean it gets worse?
Well, whats an
experiment without a
satisfactory outcome
right?
hmm..
Couldnt agree more!
So, Im..
Im not too sure
about India anymore.
Because of what I said?
Yeah,
a bit.
But ahh..
Ive been thinking
about what you told me,
and...
I want to write
about your story.
oh..
Thats just my opinion.
I know how
the Indian system works.
just,
just like you know
how the Australian
system works
oh..
maybe we could shed some
light on your history?
help them understand
anyway..
hows your family?
Crickets chirping at night
Dog barks at a distance
Suspense Score begins
Crickets continue to chrip
Suspense score continues
Painful Scream
Train approaching from a distance
Steam engine whistles
Train approaching near
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Steam engine whistles again
Train passes on tracks
Suspense score ends
Crickets continue to chrip
Dogs barks at distance
footsteps approaching
Dogs bark at distance again
A cat meow's nearby
Dogs howling
Laughters
Ha.. ha,
Laughters continues
ha... ha,
Crickets continues to chrip
The villagers started
vanishing without a trace.
Can they do anything?
What can they do?
Nothing can be proved
in these cases.
Im so sorry
I mean,
now you understand?
When i say
I dont agree with people
who cry that
Australia is a racist country?
Romantic Song plays
Romantic Song continues
Romantic Song ends
That smile could
land you in a lot of trouble.
hmm..
but this...
is absolutely
intoxicating.
Thats very kind of you
Phone rings
Phone rings again
ahh...?
Im sorry..
Thats okay..
Phone continues to ring
ahh...
What?
Are you serious?
Alright,
You have,
impeccable timing
you know that?
What about Ram?
Alright, Ill be there
in twenty minutes
hmm..
yeah..
See you.
Phone cuts
What happened?
Can't believe this...
ahh...
Sorry my friend just,
ha..
lost his apartment keys
I need to go back home.
to open the gate.
ahh...
Im sorry..
you know I dont
wanna go right?
ahh..
Id get out of bed
for my mates
in trouble too.
You know, you and I
were good together.
ahh, ha ha..
Door opens with squeak
Door closes
Car passes with speed
Heavy metal music plays
Urban night traffic
Heavy metal music plays in the car
Glove box closes
Guys,
Were fucking out of crystal
Fuck
what are we gonna do?
Shit,
whos got cash?
You got cash?
How much we got?
Here's Fifty cents
Fifty cents?
huh...
Coin drops
Fifty cents!..
Fuck!
Heavy Metal Music continues
What are we gonna do?
Yeah,
I need a hit quick
Footsteps
ahh..
Whos that
old bag out there?
Just fucken stop here
just.. get me
Im gonna fuck this guy
There goes our cash
walking down the road!
Just pull up here,
pull up here,
yeah pull here..
pull here
Im gonna take this guys cash.
Lets give a hit on
the fuck head..
Stop..
Car tyres skid
What the fuckup?
Stop..
Car door opens
Stop.. fucking hell
Car door closes
Give us your money,
ya fucking old cunt
Well gimme your fuckin
money..
No money man..
no no,
Gimme your fuckin money!
No money..
body hit
err...
body falls
Car door opens
Go! Fuckin go..
Go, he didnt have
cash, go..
Car raves away
We need more fucking
dosh man..
Thisll get us fuck all,
if that?
Yeah, yeah,
yeah..
we need to find the
fucking cash this time,
yeah..
Oh look here,
look here,
another sucker
footsteps
Heavy metal continues
Hey curry muncher!
Car brake squels
Wheres ya fuckin money?
Car door closes
I dont,
I dont.. have
any money..
Gimme what I fuckin want!
Come on..
Come up,
anything?..
You should have plenty of
fucking cash in here hey?
Look,
I dont want any trouble
alright.
yeah..
Fuck all man,
nothing?
ohh..
Lets go..
Na, Fuck that!
Dont worry if,
hes got nothing.
thats all I have.
Fuck that!
where the sneaky fucker
hid all his coins?
Please explain?..
but,
I dont get paid...
until next week.
huh?..
I get paid next week,
I,
I dont have any money.
Fuck..
Come on, lets go..
What the fuck?
Gimme your phone,
gimme your fuckin phone..
What a fucking shit phone?
Who the fuck still has this?
Fuck?
come on..
Shut the fuck up man!
get in the fucking car
Shut the fuck up man!
This cunt,
is trying to spoil my night.
I,
Look, I dont want any trouble,
Ive given you everything
that I had.
Whats your fuckin' pin number?
Tell me right now.
Theres no money on the card.
You fuckin would say that,
wouldnt ya?
Im giving you one more
fucking chance mate...
one more fucking chance?
I,
one more!
Come on?..
I told you the truth,
I dont want
any trouble alright?
Lewis, what the fuck
are you doing?
Get the fuck in the car..
Footsteps
Where the fuck
do you think youre goin huh?
body hits
What the fuck
have you done man?
What the fuckup?
Please get in the
fucking car Lewis,
Fuck off..
Dude he is not moving.
Dude get up.. Man,
Dude?
fucking, come on man..
get the fu...
Man, get the fuck up?
Dude, man..
Dude?..
Dude, he's not fucking moving.
Fuck up man?..
Get in the fucking car..
Get in the car now.
Car door opens.
ahh.. get up.. man,
Car door closes.
What the fuck?..
Car tyres skid
What?..
Wait.. God,
Wait..
Fuck.. No..
Fuck.. Fuck.
Footsteps
Fuck?
Fuck,
Go..
Go.. go..
just fucking go.
Car raves away
Crickets chriping
metal Sign board rattles
Wind flows
Phone rings
Hello..
Maria,
It's Jaydeep
Hi..
Jaydeep,
ahh..
What?
what is it?
What's wrong Jay?..
You might need to
sit down or something,
Giriraj was attacked
last night
aah..
Is this a joke?
It isn't funny Jay?
He is not with us,
anymore Maria
I am so sorry Maria.
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Urban traffic
Footsteps
birds tweets
Voice on Radio:
This is Emma Monk
with the news
making news today,
phone rings
Peter McCallum was elected
as the new premier of State
for Victoria
Hi Jason,
yeah, I know its the 28th of Feb
It's a wrap
I'll come by at noon
and hand it in.
Flying to India tommorow
okay
bye.
Nikunj Sharma was appointed as
multi cultural advisor for Victoria.
In other news...
the MCG has seen
crowd breaking numbers
as fans flock to see
in the AFL Grand final.
in the weather today,
we are set to have
Isolated showers
with tops of 22 degrees
Hey...
be careful darling,
it's Daddy's story.
Printer Prints on paper
Ha.. ha.
Alright...
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The End