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    The film "Oddball" tells the story of a farmer who trains his sheepdog Oddball to protect a colony of fairy penguins on Middle Island, Australia from foxes. As the penguin population dwindles, the humans and Oddball must work together to save the endangered animals from being wiped out, showcasing relationships between humans, animals, and the natural environment in Australia. The film highlights Australian values of environmental protection, community, and family.

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    The film "Oddball" tells the story of a farmer who trains his sheepdog Oddball to protect a colony of fairy penguins on Middle Island, Australia from foxes. As the penguin population dwindles, the humans and Oddball must work together to save the endangered animals from being wiped out, showcasing relationships between humans, animals, and the natural environment in Australia. The film highlights Australian values of environmental protection, community, and family.

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    The film "Oddball" tells the story of a farmer who trains his sheepdog Oddball to protect a colony of fairy penguins on Middle Island, Australia from foxes. As the penguin population dwindles, the humans and Oddball must work together to save the endangered animals from being wiped out, showcasing relationships between humans, animals, and the natural environment in Australia. The film highlights Australian values of environmental protection, community, and family.

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    1. What is the title of the film we're discussing, and can you give a brief overview of its
    storyline?
    All the fairy penguins at Middle Island are being taken by foxes. The Park rangers do not know how to stop or
    defend them. A farmer is training his dog to protect the penguins. If there ae less than 10 penguins Middle
    Island will know longer be classed as a protected sanctuary, and some in town want to turn Middle Island
    into a whale into a Whale Watching centre
    2. Where does the story of 'Oddball' take place? How does the setting contribute to the
    overall story?
    The story takes place Middle Island off the coast of Warrnambool, this setting contributes to
    the story as the penguins are native to that area
    3. Who is the main character of the film, and what kind of animal is the focus of the story?

    One of the main character of the film is oddball, he is a Marama sheepdog, this breed of
    dog are specialised of keeping animals together. This is why oddball is so good at
    keeping the fairy penguins save.

    5. How does the film depict the relationship between humans and animals? How does this
    relationship reflect Australian values?
    This film depicts the relationship between humans and animals is that oddball, granddad
    Emily and Olivia all work together to save the endangered animals and brings them all
    together, and the relationship Swampy and Oddball, and reflects the Australian values of
    being helpful and generous

    6. Are there any cultural or historical elements of Australia depicted in the film? Provide
    examples.
    The movie oddball is inspired by the dog Oddball, the Marama that proved dogs could be
    used to protect a Victorian penguin colony and inspired a movie in the process, has died
    aged 15. She spent only two weeks on Middle Island but her short trip led to a permanent
    penguin-protection project being set up and a 2015 film being named after her.

    7. How does the film showcase the natural environment of Australia? Why might this be
    important to the story?
    The film showcases ‘ Middle Island ‘, this is a real island in Victoria. It is a rocky island in
    Stingray Bay next to the city of Warrnambool. It is a wildlife sanctuary that is home to
    breeding colonies of Australian little penguins and short-tailed shearwaters. It is closed to
    general public access because of the low penguin population.

    8. Are there any characters in the film that embody the spirit of community and mateship
    often associated with Australians? Explain.
    An example of this is when Swampy is willing to help the penguins despite the terrible situation
    9. How do the interactions and conflicts between characters in 'Oddball' reveal important
    aspects of Australian culture?
    The main conflict reveal the Australian value beliefs that protecting our wildlife and
    respecting our environment is paramount

    10. Does the film portray any challenges faced by the characters or the community? How do
    they respond to these challenges?
    The main challenge is making sure that there are enough penguins for the island to keep its
    sanctuary status. They respond by putting the island under 24-hour surveillance

    11. Can you identify any Australian slang or language used in the film? How does this language
    contribute to the representation of Australian culture?
    ‘Mate dust up’

    12. Are there any moments in the film that highlight the significance of family relationships?
    How do these moments connect with Australian values?
    When the mum wanted to save the penguins, the grandad and daughter helped to protect
    them. Emily was only protecting the penguins because of their significance to her mother.

    13. Does 'Oddball' provide insight into the unique challenges and opportunities of living in a
    coastal community in Australia?

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