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Button Pusher

Directed by Miski Omar
Australia
2024
11 mins

Synopsis

Trust, love, friendship, betrayal and air conditioning are scrutinised in this triumphant film set in an African hair salon.

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Miski Omar
Director, Screenwriter

Miski (she/her) is a Somali-Australian speech pathologist and storyteller from Western Sydney. In 2024, she wrote and directed Westerners for ABC's Fresh Blood. Her films have screened at SXSW, ACMI, the Sydney Opera House, and the African Film Festival.

'Button Pusher' is screening with

Dendy Awards

Sat, 14 Jun 4pm

Event Cinemas George Street – Cinema 4

Dendy Awards

Sun, 15 Jun 4pm

Event Cinemas George Street – Cinema 5

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