CRACKS IN THE ICE

Matilda Centre, The University of Sydney 2025 Campaign

This series of films explores the representation of people impacted by crystal methamphetamine (ice), through creative interpretations of testimonies collected by the Matilda Centre at the University of Sydney.

Moving beyond stereotypical portrayals, the films introduce a person who uses, a family member, and a health worker — offering insight into their complex lived experiences while reinforcing that recovery is possible.

This series won the following awards:

Best Lived Experience Led Storytelling — TheMHS Learning Network Journalism Media & Storytelling Award

Best Lived Experience Led Storytelling — Engagement Australia Excellence Awards 2025

Cast: Aunty Marlene Cummins (as Robyn), Clarissa Kitchener (as Jay's Girlfriend), Angeline Penrith (as Morgan), Haylee Rivers (as Robyn's daughter), Ruby Satour (as Robyn's granddaughter) and Wimiya Woodley (as Jay)

Supporting Cast: Kooncha Brown, Dez Marsh and Courtney Marsh

Directors: Genevieve Grieves and Kieran Mpetyane Satour

Executive Producer: Kieran Satour

Creative Producer: Rah Dakota

Field Producer: Jamie Lee Bolger

Assistant Producer: Maya Ghattas

Director of Photography: Andrew Amanaki, Amanaki Studios

1st AC: Josh Amanaki, Amanaki Studios

Gaffer: Del-Ray Fruean

Best Boy: Gabriel Waterstreet

Editor and Colourist: Rah Dakota

Studio Recording: Mighty Sound