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Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow (2021): Cast, Box Office & Plot

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Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow is a 2021 documentary directed by Philippa Bateman, starring Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter and Paul Grabowsky. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $61,231 worldwide.

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Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow (2021) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Philippa Bateman
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow About?

The premise of Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

This intimate documentary explores the profound connection between Indigenous Australian musicians Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter. Through archival footage of a memorable concert and personal recollections, the film delves into their lives, their creative partnership, and the healing power of music in the face of loss and hardship. It's a moving portrait of two artists and a story that resonates deeply within the Australian cultural landscape.

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Cast & crew

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow Cast

Archie Roach leads the cast, with Ruby Hunter and Paul Grabowsky. Directed by Philippa Bateman.

Plot

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow Plot Summary

What happens in Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

This film provides an intimate portrait of First Nations Australian singer-songwriters Ruby Hunter and Archie Roach. It is a poignant story exploring themes of love, loss, and a deep connection to Country, highlighting how music can act as a transformative force in their lives.

The narrative is structured around conversations, rehearsals, and footage from the opening night of their 2004 concert, Kura Tungar, which earned a standing ovation at Hammer Hall in Melbourne. Through spoken word and song, Archie Roach and Ruby Hunter recount their harrowing experiences of being stolen from their Aboriginal families during the 1960s. They describe meeting as teenage runaways on the streets while searching for their lost kin, eventually falling in love and overcoming struggles with alcoholism.

Full summary

The whole story of Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow, scene by scene

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Box office

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow Box Office

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow grossed $61,231 worldwide.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$61.2K

International
$61.2K
Videos

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow.

Wash My Soul in the River's Flow - Official Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Which two First Nations Australian singer-songwriters are the subjects of the film?

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FAQ

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow?

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow released?

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow was released on August 20, 2021.

Who directed Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow?

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow was directed by Philippa Bateman.

Who is in the cast of Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow?

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow stars Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter and Paul Grabowsky.

How much did Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow make at the box office?

Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow grossed $61,231 worldwide.

Does Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow have a post-credit scene?

No. Wash My Soul in the River’s Flow has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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