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Deborah Mailman in Paper Planes

2015

Deborah Mailman in Paper Planes

2015

  • NFSA IDVZJ518XC
  • TypeFilm
  • MediumMoving Image
  • FormFeature Film
  • Duration1 hr, 36 mins, 23 secs
  • GenresComedy, Drama
  • Year2015
  • WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that the following program may contain images and/or audio of deceased persons

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.

Courtesy of
Arena Media Pty Ltd
  • WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that the following program may contain images and/or audio of deceased persons

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.

Courtesy of
Arena Media Pty Ltd
  • Director
    Robert Connelly
    Writers
    Robert Connelly, Steve Worland, Dylan Parker
    Cast
    Ed Oxenbould, David Wenham, Sam Worthington, Deborah Mailman
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