Deborah Mailman in Paper Planes

In this clip from the film Paper Planes (Robert Connolly, 2015) we are introduced to Maureen, played by Deborah Mailman, who is a former junior Australian paper plane-making champion.

Maureen, a delightful and endearing character with a passion for paper planes, welcomes the latest crop of young competitors and demonstrates the skills that made her a winner.  

Paper Planes is a comedy-adventure film about a young boy who dreams of taking part in the World Paper Plane Championship in Japan. The film was a hit in 2015, receiving an AACTA award for Best Original Screenplay and a host of other nominations – including Best Supporting Actress for Mailman.

The cast also includes Sam Worthington, Ed Oxenbould, Julian Dennison, Peter Rowsthorn, David Wenham and Terry Norris.