Rating: PG

Running time: 80 minutes

Synposis

Dive into the heart of a little town called Herbertson with Percy Boy Collins, a ten-year-old Aboriginal speed-demon with a quick wit and a heart brimming with untold secrets. In a home filled with love, laughter, and the challenges of caring for his Aunt Prue who battles dementia, Percy dreams big—of becoming the fastest runner his school has ever seen. All he needs? A pair of the lightning-fast Terminal Velocity sports shoes. But the dream isn't just a sprint away, especially with the "Wolf Pack" and their leader, Ben Duncan, the current speed king, blocking the track.

Working early mornings at the local stables, Percy Boy faces his fear of the dark to save up for the shoes, supported by his wise grandfather who encourages him to overcome his fears. Enter Keithy Cobb, the new kid with nerves of... well, not quite steel, and Daisy Hawkins, fierce and fiery with a score to settle. Together, they're not just a trio; they're a force against the Wolf Pack, with a shared mission: to defeat Ben Duncan and the Wolf Pack at the upcoming athletics carnival.

Unexpectedly, Percy Boy begins to experience mysterious phenomena—flickering lights and the appearance of spirits, known as "Lost Souls," revealing a gift Percy Boy is reluctant to accept. Yet, as his grandfather shares the truth of this legacy, Percy sees beyond the track, to a race of a different kind. 

Amid their preparation for the big race, Percy Boy and his friends engage in various misadventures in order to be able to afford to buy the coveted sports shoes. But just when the sports day arrives and promises a showdown, a bushfire threatens the town and sends their plans—and Percy's family—into a whirlwind of danger.

Percy Boy's final dash isn't just about the finish line. It's about facing the fires within and without, about embracing the legacy of those who've passed and the spirits only he can see. Winning barefoot against Ben Duncan is just the start. Percy's real victory is in finding his place in a world where he can catch the wind, guide Lost Souls, and stand tall as the hero of his own incredible adventure.

Join Percy Boy Collins on a riveting journey of discovery, laughter, and courage in Windcatcher. It's not just a story of winning a race; it's about running headlong into destiny, with a pair of spirit-guided shoes you'll never see but will always feel. This is Percy Boy's adventure—where catching the wind is just the beginning.

The talented individuals behind Windcatcher include the following First Nations creatives: 

Director – TANITH GLYNN-MALONEY  
Tanith began her career, like many Indigenous filmmakers, at CAAMA (Central Australian Aboriginal Media Association) in Alice Springs. Tanith is co-founder of Since1788 Productions, an Independent Indigenous-owned production company co-owned by Dylan River. Since1788 Productions tells stories that are meaningful, culturally appropriate, and told through the Indigenous perspective. 

Writer – BOYD QUAKAWOOT 
Boyd Quakawoot is a writer of Australian South Sea Islander and Indigenous descent from Mackay in North Queensland: Yiwu Country. While he has been a writer for television series previously, Windcatcher is the first feature he has written. 

Composer – SAMUEL JAMES PANKHURST 
Samuel Pankhurst is a composer, producer, and double bassist. His compositions and productions can be heard across film, dance, television, and in his group Yirinda with Butchulla songman Fred Leone.

LENNOX MONAGHAN as PERCY BOY COLLINS 
Lennox is an extremely talented, all-rounder who is proud of his Bundjalung culture. A talented dancer and player of the Yidaki (Didgeridoo), Lennox regularly performs traditional Bundjalung dances and songs in language with Garimaa Nghari Dance Group. A highly skilled sportsperson, Lennox has competed at representative cross country, athletics, and swimming, and is a member of numerous PSSA sporting teams representing his school and culture proudly. 

JESSICA MAUBOY as AUNTY CRESSIDA 
As a multiple ARIA-Award award-winning, R&B-pop artist, songwriter and actress Jessica Mauboy is one of the country’s most celebrated and loved entertainers. She has an impressive body of work and has won many national and international musical awards. Jess is the first Indigenous Australian artist to debut at No. 1 on the ARIA Album Chart. Her past film and television roles include starring in The Sapphires, Bran Nue Dae, and being a Coach on The Voice Australia.  

KELTON PELL as POP  
Kelton Pell has built a reputation for being one of our finest Indigenous actors. On the big screen, Kelton’s most recent films included The Crossing and Buckley’s Chance. He has appeared in numerous adult and children’s television series, including MaveriX. He has also enjoyed an illustrious theatre career for over thirty years.  

NGALI SHAW as CONSTABLE KENNEDY 
Ngali Shaw is from Wiradjuri, Murawari and Kunja descent. HE has acted in various television series and in Australian theatre productions. As a professionally trained dancer, Ngali has learned tap, ballet, hip hop, classical, modern contemporary and Capoeira. Ngali is very proud of his culture and identity and wishes to inspire the next generation to dance and keep our stories alive. 

LISA MAZA as AUNTY PRUE 
Lisa is a Meriam/Yidinji/Dutch woman working as an actor for stage, film and television. Her previous film credits include Viral, New Gold Mountain and Paper Cut, and she has acted in both drama and comedy series on Australian television.  

Windcatcher is an Unless Pictures and Every Cloud Productions film. 

Producer: Meg O’Connell, Drew Grove 

Executive Producer: Meg O’Connell, Drew Grove, Bernadette O’Mahony, Donna Chang, Rachel Okine, Cailah Scobie 

Director: Tanith Glynn-Maloney 

Writer: Boyd Quakawoot 

An Unless Pictures and Every Cloud Productions film for Stan. Major Production investment from Screen Australia and the Australian Children’s Television Foundation in association with VicScreen, The Post Lounge and Stan. Developed with investment from the Queensland Government through Screen Queensland, Australian Children’s Television Foundation and Stan. Distribution and education resources by the Australian Children’s Television Foundation.