MORGANA : A NEW AUSTRALIAN DOCUMENTARY : ONE DOUBLE PASS

In ‘Morgana’ a  lonely rural housewife’s plan to end it all takes an unexpected turn when her last hurrah begins a radical journey of sexual exploration and personal re-invention.

After 20 years as a dutiful housewife stuck in a loveless, sexless marriage, Morgana has had enough of her dreary life. Desperately lonely and starved of intimacy, she books a male escort for one last hurrah before ending it all.

Her final night takes an unexpected turn when her relationship with the escort opens up a new world of personal and sexual freedom.

After hearing about a competition for first time erotic filmmakers, Morgana directs and stars in a film about her own story, ‘Duty-Bound’.

Unexpectedly her film wins, catapulting her into the international Feminist Porn community. Life merges with art as Morgana uses erotic filmmaking as a tool for creative catharsis while struggling with demons from her past.

‘Morgana’, co-directed by Isabel Peppard and Josie Hess, has been doing well on the film festival circuit. It is a well made documentary and Morgana Muses makes for an authentic subject. Her journey is an exciting one, and she ends up spending time in Berlin,  a city known for its decadence and sophistication.

A late in life change of direction with boundless  energy, makes for a very appealing storyline. I remember seeing a play about a conservative woman who becomes a very hip, rock and roll, high profile disc jockey.

This story of Morgana, a woman whose libido suddenly roared after a life-changing escort date, made for irresistible viewing.

‘Morgana’ is to be released on Thursday 19th November and will screen exclusively at the Dendy Newtown cinema.

Sydney Arts Guide has one double pass to give away to a lucky reader. editor.sydneyartsguide@gmail.com with Morgana Promotion in the subject heading. In the body of your email please specify which session time (and date) you would like to go. The winner will be advised by email and your tickets will be held under your name at the box office.