AustLit

'The oft quoted, and misquoted, line from Romeo and Juliet which formed a big part of my undergraduate drama education still creeps in from time to time when pondering the perils of nomenclature in contemporary Australia. For despite any idealistic declarations of love the teenaged Juliet may have made, they both end up dead in the end (spoilers!) and the final message is clearly that no, misnamed roses don't actually always smell as sweet.' (Introduction)

'During a Q+A screening of Cargo in Eslternwick, Vic., actor Natasha Wanganeen described her pride in participating in the film's portrayal of Aboriginal people 'living strong and free on the land'. Directors Howling and Ramke, both white, had carefully consulted with Elders in South Australia to ensure the authenticity and sensitivity of these portrayals.' (Introduction)