In the Yolngu language Galka is translated to ‘Dark heart person’. The people of Arnhem Land believe that Galka is still living to this day.

Galka is also the name of the latest short from filmmaker Ishmael Marika. Ishmael has brought to life the figure of Galka, and the film heralds a warning to those that may come across the character from Yolngu mythology.

The film premiered during the Garma Festival this year, and more recently opened the Darwin International Film Festival.

Working with the The Mulka Project as a director and production officer at the digital library and production centre, it was a nightmare experienced by Ishmael that inspired Galka. That event has enabled him to spread his wings as a storyteller and filmmaker.