Spear (film)

Spear is a 2015 Australian dance film directed by Stephen Page. It is an adaptation of the Bangarra Dance Theatre's stage show of the same name. The film explores the journey of a young Aboriginal man, Djali, as he navigates his cultural identity in modern urban Australia. Djali's story is told primarily through contemporary dance, movement, and minimal dialogue. The film delves into themes of tradition, spirituality, displacement, and the challenges faced by Indigenous Australians in connecting with their heritage while living in a Westernized society. The ensemble cast features dancers from the Bangarra Dance Theatre, including Hunter Page-Lochard in the lead role. Spear premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2015 and has been screened at numerous film festivals internationally.