Perth Is Ok: WA filmmaker Emilie Lowe is making waves
Interview with Perth Is Ok: A brand-new survival period feature film, The Canary, is making waves on the international festival circuit, marking an impressive debut for 24-year-old dyslexic filmmaker Emilie Lowe. Produced by Salt and Honey Productions, this extraordinary project began when Lowe was just 21 and showcases her passion for storytelling alongside the rich and diverse landscapes of Western Australia. Set in the 19th century, The Canary tells the story of Florence, a woman adrift on the open ocean with only a wooden lifeboat and a caged canary for company. Battling the vast sea and the unforgiving Australian wilderness, Florence’s journey is one of defying societal norms and finding inner strength – a message of perseverance and empowerment that permeates throughout the film’s production. Shot with a skeleton crew of just four people over three years, the film is an ambitious project on a micro budget, with Lowe herself wearing many hats, including director, writer, actor, editor, and production designer. Read the full article by Perth Is Ok now: