Sisters, Pearls & Mission Girls

The history of the Sisters of St John of God and their work with Aboriginal people in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia.

The Sisters of St John of God have lived and worked amongst Aboriginal people in the Kimberley in the North West of Australia, for almost 100 years. This epic story of Irish and Australian nuns is set against the rich and tragic history of the Kimberley region and the government policies of the day. Using rare archival material, re-enactments and contemporary anecdotes, the shared experiences of the Aborigines and the Sisters create a compelling story of loss, determination and survival.

"It's hard not to come away from this documentary with anything but admiration for these strong, spirited, dedicated women who made a home in the remote region and have been embraced by the community there."
The Age

• Sisters of St John of God (LINK)
• Sisters, Pearls & Mission Girls Study Guide (PDF)
• Sacred Heart School - Beagle Bay (LINK)

• SPECIAL EDITION DVD - Remastered from original tapes
• Beautiful menus + Extras
• Exclusive Extras: Extended Interviews with the Sisters

• Director
  DAVID BATTY

  Producer
  JENI McMAHON

  Writers
  JENI McMAHON
  DAVID BATTY

  Camera
  PAUL BELL
  DAVID BATTY

  Editor
  JAMES BRADLEY

  Original Music
  MICHAEL DEN ELZEN

• Narration
  JENI McMAHON
  
  Research and Production Assistant
  CELESTE GEER
  
  Historical Consultant
  KEVIN LAWTON
  
  Sets and Props
  PETER MARLOW
  PAUL UNDERWOOD
  
  Post Production Assistant
  MELISSA KELLY
  
  Graphics
  MICHAEL LELLIOTT