Rabbit-Proof Fence

In 1931, sisters Molly and Daisy, along with their cousin Gracie, move to the remote town of Jigalong in Western Australia. This small town is situated along the northern section of the extensive rabbit-proof fence, which plays a crucial role in their journey.

In Perth, A.O. Neville, known as 'Mr. Devil', issues an order for the relocation of the three young girls. Referring to them as 'half-castes', he believes they need to be removed from their families to prevent them from being a danger to themselves.

Local constable Riggs forcibly takes Molly, Daisy, and Gracie from their families in Jigalong. The girls are sent to the Moore River Native Settlement, about 90 kilometers north of Perth.

At the Moore River Native Settlement, the girls endure harsh conditions in a large dormitory filled with other children. They are forbidden from speaking their native language and face corporal punishment for any rule violations.

As a thunderstorm approaches, Molly takes charge and motivates her sisters to escape from the oppressive camp. The storm provides them with a cover for their daring departure.

Molly, Daisy, and Gracie begin their treacherous journey back home by following the rabbit-proof fence. This fence serves as their guide through the harsh Australian outback.

As the girls make their way along the rabbit-proof fence, they are relentlessly pursued by Moodoo, an Aboriginal tracker assigned to the settlement. The stress of evasion weighs heavily on them as they continue their trek.

Neville spreads false information that Gracie's mother is waiting for her in Wiluna. An Aboriginal traveler deceives the girls into believing they can reach Wiluna by train, leading Gracie to break away from her sisters.

Molly and Daisy find Gracie at the train station as they attempt to reunite with her. However, Riggs appears and recaptures Gracie, shattering their hopes of escaping together.

Realizing they cannot save Gracie, Molly and Daisy press on with their journey home. Their determination remains strong as they continue to navigate the challenges of the outback.

Over the course of nine grueling weeks, Molly and Daisy trek more than 1,600 kilometers along the rabbit-proof fence. They face numerous obstacles and close calls with their pursuers during this time.

After enduring the harsh realities of the Australian landscape, Molly and Daisy finally make it back home to find refuge with their mother and grandmother in the desert. Their return symbolizes resilience and survival.

As Molly and Daisy reach safety, Neville acknowledges the futility of the ongoing search for the girls. He decides to call off the search, marking the end of his attempt to control their lives.