Essie Coffey
Directing
Biography
Affectionately known as the Bush Queen of Brewarrina, Muruwari community worker and filmmaker Essie Coffey left an indelible mark on Australian politics, arts, and culture. In 1978 she directed and produced My Survival as an Aboriginal, which she gave to Queen Elizabeth II as a gift at the opening of Australia's new Parliament House in 1988.
Notable Works
Prominent titles featuring Essie Coffey
Filmography
Acting (3)
1993
My Life As I Live Itas Self
1979
My Survival as an Aboriginalas Self
1977
Backroadsas Aboriginal Woman
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Production & Directing (3)
1993
My Life As I Live ItDirector
1979
My Survival as an AboriginalDirector
1979
My Survival as an AboriginalOriginal Music Composer