The Dustwalker

About The Dustwalker

The Dustwalker is a 2019 Australian science fiction horror film directed by Sandra Sciberras. The narrative revolves around an alien spaceship that crash-lands in a sleepy town in the Australian Outback. The town inhabitants start to exhibit strange behaviours and turn into zombies upon contact with the alien organism. Survival now rests upon the courage of the town's sheriff, Joanne Sharp, and her deputy, Angela.

Making / Production

The Dustwalker was shot in Australia, and much of the filming was done in the remote community of Coober Pedy. The film was both written and directed by Sandra Sciberras and was produced by Grace Luminato. Its unique setting and gripping narrative offer a fresh perspective on the combination of sci-fi and zombie thrillers.

Actors

• Jolene Anderson as Joanne Sharp: Joanne is the town's sheriff who finds herself battling to save her community. Anderson's performance brilliantly captures the resolve and desperation of a law enforcer thrown into unimaginable circumstances.
• Stefanie King as Angela: Angela is Sharp's deputy, King's portrayal of Angela provides audiences a character who is strong and adaptable in a crisis situation.
• Cassandra Magrath as Samantha: Magrath plays Samantha, a local teacher, her performance adds depth to the storyline, presenting a different reaction to the alien invasion.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Dustwalker was initially released in the genre-specific festival circuit before its mainstream release.
• The film was shot in the unique Australian Outback, specifically in the town of Coober Pedy, a setting not typically used in zombie-apocalypse films.
• Director Sandra Sciberras is known for her innovative storytelling, and The Dustwalker is no exception combining the sci-fi and horror genre in an unusual setting.

Quotes

• "We're in the middle of nowhere, locked in a room full of guns" - Joanne Sharp
• "It came from the stars, from the dust, like a goddamn miracle" - Randall.
• "I want to live, no matter what" - Angela

Music, Soundtrack

• "The Dustwalker Main Theme" – Composed by Ronnie Minder
• "Starry Night" – Composed by Ronnie Minder
• "Alien Invasion" – Composed by Ronnie Minder