At the Coalface
A documentary about the work of Arts Recovery Project Officer, Marilyn Gourley, who worked with fire-affected communities to foster arts projects and support artists through the process of rebuilding after the Black Saturday fires of 7th February 2009 . The film follows the stages of recovery through the seasons, and explores the community’s creative response in parallel with the transforming landscape. ”At the Coalface” was conceived, directed and produced by one of Regional Arts Victoria’s Regional Arts Development Officers, Verity Higgins and captured by filmmaker David Brown. The film was produced with assistance from VicHealth. The film was nominated for a VicHealth Award for community development. Running time 47 minutes.