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Alec Morgan is an Honorary Senior Lecturer at Macquarie University’s School of Communication, Society and Culture, and a leading figure in Australian film history and Indigenous media studies. His research focuses on Aboriginal filmmakers’ contributions to cultural preservation and the intersection of race, disability, and national identity. He has conducted extensive work on archival film repatriation and directed acclaimed documentaries such as Lousy Little Sixpence (on the Stolen Generations) and Hunt Angels (about early Australian filmmakers). Morgan holds a PhD from Macquarie University and has received over 30 awards, including three AACCTA Awards and the FHAANZ Joan Long Award.
- Education: PhD and MA in Media & Communications from Macquarie University (2003–2013).
- Research Projects: 'Visual Songlines' (Aboriginal filmmakers and Indigenous knowledge systems), 'Behind the White Curtain' (race, disability, and Australian identity).
- Affiliations: Centre for Media History (CMH), Macquarie University.
His research interests span Indigenous film preservation, archival practices, and the socio-political dimensions of cinema. He has taught scriptwriting and screen production for over 25 years and produced films screened globally at festivals like Cannes and New York.
Awards & Recognition:
- Gold Medal at the New York Film Festival
- Chicago Festival Gold Plaque
- Three ACCTA Awards for Hunt Angels
Grants & Labs: Led MQRF projects like 'Ablaze' and contributed to initiatives such as the MQRIBG Audio-Visual Archive Rapid Prototyping Environment. His work bridges academic research and practical filmmaking, emphasizing cultural heritage and social justice.
