Philosopher's Zone What's the time? Indigenous temporalities and the 'Everywhen'
Jul 24, 2025
Bronte Gosper, a Wiradjuri filmmaker and researcher, dives into the concept of time from an Indigenous perspective. She reveals how different cultural values shape our understanding of time, often clashing with settler colonial norms. Bronte critiques the linear view of time, advocating for a non-linear approach that respects Indigenous sovereignty and awareness. She also discusses the complexities of navigating her identity across cultural borders and emphasizes the importance of authentic storytelling in representing Indigenous experiences in media.
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Bronte's US Experience
- Bronte Gosper found it challenging to explain Indigenous issues in the US, highlighting cultural differences.
- She noted the relative inclusivity in US minority spaces compared to Australia, which offered hope and also realism.
The Tension of Indigenous Identity
- Indigenous identity is often flattened into stereotypes, imposing expectations of suffering.
- Bronte experienced tension as both storyteller and explainer, resisting monolithic Indigenous narratives.
Indigenous Testimony and Action
- Indigenous testimony often becomes symbolic, seen as a national reckoning rather than a call for urgent action.
- Bronte's documentary resists closure, emphasizing ongoing responsibility and disrupting the notion that injustice is only past.