For the Term of His Natural Life (1927), Soundtrack by Lori

Presented as part of Fed Square's series of Silent Cinema with Live Scores as part of Open Air at the Square, see Norman Dawn’s 1927 masterpiece of Australian silent cinema, starring Eva Novak and George Fisher.

Set in the the penal colonies of early colonial Australia and filmed in multiple Australian locations including Port Arthur and the convict-built Berrima Gaol in NSW, For the Term of His Natural Life was the most expensive Australian silent film of its time.

Melbourne-based DJ LORI reimagines this landmark of Australian cinema through an immersive soundscape blending pre-recorded and live sounds – featuring unreleased and demo works by local artists, her own vocals and layered effects – creating a contemporary, atmospheric response to this enduring story of resilience and survival.

The deckchairs will be out, or you can BYO picnic rug – and bring along a film or music-loving friend to share this very special Big Screen and live music experience.