IMDb 6.4 2022 HD

Warriors on the Field

Warriors on the Field

2022
Documentary
50 min TV-13 Australia
10 / 10
6.4 IMDB

Through the lens of sport, AFL legend Michael O'Loughlin shines a light on the history and experience of the Indigenous Australian people. Current AFL players, Michael Walters and…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Larissa Behrendt
Starring
Michael O'Loughlin / Tarryn Thomas / Michael "Sonny" Walters

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

powerful honest insightful important reflective confronting vital emotional candid necessary resonant

Reviews

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Imogen Davies
Mar 26, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

Through the roar of the crowd and the quiet moments of reflection, 'Warriors on the Field' delivers a profoundly moving experience. Michael O'Loughlin, Michael Walters, and Tarryn Thomas articulate the complexities of their journeys with remarkable honesty. The…

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David O'Connell
Mar 26, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

A deeply affecting and important film, 'Warriors on the Field' succeeds by placing the lived experiences of Indigenous athletes front and centre. Michael O'Loughlin leads with quiet authority, facilitating potent exchanges with Michael Walters and Tarryn Thomas. The…

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Sophia Chen
Mar 26, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

'Warriors on the Field' offers a valuable glimpse into the lives of Indigenous AFL players, using their sport as a springboard for broader discussions. Michael O'Loughlin's presence provides a steady anchor, while Michael Walters and Tarryn Thomas share…

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Marcus Bellweather
Mar 26, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

This is more than just a sports documentary; 'Warriors on the Field' is a powerful testament to resilience and cultural pride. Michael O'Loughlin brings gravitas and personal insight, expertly guiding conversations with Michael Walters and Tarryn Thomas. The…

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Eleanor Vance
Mar 26, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

In 'Warriors on the Field,' Michael O'Loughlin and his cohorts offer a poignant and necessary exploration of Indigenous identity within Australian Rules Football. The documentary eschews sensationalism for sincerity, allowing the experiences of Michael Walters and Tarryn Thomas…

FAQs

The film aims to have a significant cultural impact by raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of Indigenous Australian issues, particularly within the context of Australian Rules Football. By amplifying the voices of Indigenous players and sharing their stories, it seeks to challenge prejudice, promote reconciliation, and celebrate the invaluable contributions of Indigenous people to Australian sport and society.