Overview

Set in 1986 Tasmania, Row follows Mike Dicker as he documents the lead up to his brothers next ocean going adventure, a never before accomplished row around the world. Inspired by true events, Row is a biopic that encapsulates the loving although sometimes fraught bond between two brothers

Director Biography - Lochie Hookway

This is Lochie’s directorial debut of his first narrative film. Born in Tasmania with a strong connection to the North West coast, Lochie has always taken an interest in Tasmanian stories. He has carried this particular story for a number of years and was excited to research and develop it into his graduate project.

Coming from a background of cinematography and documentary he had a strong vision for what the aesthetic of the film would be. Inspired by films such as Simon Baker’s ‘Breath’ and Craig Gillespie’s ‘I, Tonya’. He is greatly excited for the film’s release in 2020.

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The Tasmanian Breath of Fresh Air (BOFA) Film Festival is proudly Tasmania’s film festival. The featured short films are finalists in the 2021 Stories of Tasmania as part of BOFA’s free online film festival. With viewing starting May 3, Forty South is proud to offer previews of the eight best films chosen by the BOFA judging panel. Follow this link to sign up for free access to the online event.