OUTBACK CORONER - AUSTRALIAN CRIME

Cinemavixion Review

This documentary delves into the stark realities of crime and its aftermath in regional Australia. Following former NSW State Coroner Mary Jerram to Griffith, the narrative centers on an inquiry into a neighborhood dispute that tragically escalates to a death. The film unflinchingly portrays the sensitive and confronting process of an autopsy, as conducted by Dr. Peter Smart, highlighting the emotional weight carried by both the professionals involved and the bereaved families. It offers a somber, procedural look at justice and grief in a remote setting, prompting reflection on the human cost of conflict and the meticulous work undertaken in the pursuit of truth.