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Gurrumul (2017): Cast & Box Office

Gurrumul (2017) movie poster

Gurrumul is a 2017 music documentary directed by Paul Damien Williams, starring Sting, Michael Hohnen and Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $653,803 worldwide.

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Gurrumul (2017) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 36m (96 min)
Genres
Documentary , Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Gurrumul About?

The premise of Gurrumul without spoilers.

This is a poignant and immersive portrait of Dr. Yunupingu, a celebrated Australian singer. Born blind, Yunupingu’s identity and artistry are deeply rooted in his songs and the unique culture of Elcho Island. His debut album introduced his community’s Songlines to a wider audience, but as his fame grows, he grapples with the challenges of balancing his personal journey with his connection to his homeland and the traditions he cherishes. It’s a moving exploration of belonging, heritage, and the power of music.

Gurrumul Themes & Keywords

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  • blind musician
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Cast & crew

Gurrumul Cast

Sting leads the cast, with Michael Hohnen and Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu. Directed by Paul Damien Williams; 4 actors are credited in all.

Box office

Gurrumul Box Office

Gurrumul grossed $653,803 worldwide.

2017 box office

Worldwide gross

$653.8K

International
$653.8K
Videos

Gurrumul Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Gurrumul.

Gurrumul - Official Trailer
Details

Gurrumul Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Gurrumul Elcho Dreaming” and “The Documentary of Dr G Yunupingu's Life”.

Also known as
  • Gurrumul Elcho Dreaming
  • The Documentary of Dr G Yunupingu's Life
  • 古旅玛尔
  • 구루물

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FAQ

Gurrumul FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Gurrumul, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Gurrumul?

Gurrumul runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

When was Gurrumul released?

Gurrumul was released on August 19, 2017.

Who directed Gurrumul?

Gurrumul was directed by Paul Damien Williams.

Who is in the cast of Gurrumul?

Gurrumul stars Sting, Michael Hohnen and Geoffrey Gurrumul Yunupingu, among 4 credited actors.

How much did Gurrumul make at the box office?

Gurrumul grossed $653,803 worldwide.

Does Gurrumul have a post-credit scene?

No. Gurrumul has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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