A powerful documentary on intrafamilial childhood sexual abuse, “Such a Resounding Silence,” will be screened at the Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace in Cremorne, aiming to lift the veil on the often-silenced issue of incest in Australia.
Event Details
The screening, presented by The CorriLee Foundation, is scheduled for 16th September 2024. Light refreshments will be served from 5:45 p.m. to 6:20 p.m., and the main proceedings will begin at 6:30 p.m. Jennifer Byrne will host the event, which will feature keynote speeches by Grace Tame, CEO and Founder of the Grace Tame Foundation, and Jean Kittson. Both speakers will address the difficult topic of child sexual abuse and incest, encouraging a community-wide conversation about this sensitive issue.
About the Film
“Such a Resounding Silence,” originally titled “Un Silence si Bruyant,” is a documentary by French actress Emmanuelle Béart, co-directed by Anastasia Mikova. Béart, known for her roles in “Manon of the Springs” and “Mission: Impossible,” recently revealed that she is an incest survivor.
Through this film, Béart aims to challenge the societal taboos that keep such experiences hidden. The documentary includes a mix of first-person accounts and ensemble voices, providing a platform for survivors to speak out against the silence and shame surrounding incest.
The film explores the harsh realities of child sexual abuse, focusing on France, where a child is sexually victimised every three minutes. Béart, initially hesitant to share her own story, highlights the profound impact of the silence that is often imposed on victims by their abusers, which can manifest in various destructive ways.
Community Involvement and Awareness
The CorriLee Foundation, through events like this screening and their “No Laughing Matter” podcast series, seeks to bring attention to the alarming statistics of incest and the experiences of survivors. The podcast features narrators such as Ray Martin, Jean Kittson, Hugo Weaving, Grace Tame, Heather Mitchell, Jennifer Byrne, Andrew Denton, Rev Bill Crews, Adam Hills, Chrissie Swan, and Wil Anderson, all contributing to the discussion about these critical issues.
Event organisers call on the Cremorne community and beyond to attend the screening and participate in the conversation. They believe that ending the silence around child sexual abuse is essential for creating a supportive environment for survivors and driving societal change.
