The Drover’s Wife: Legend of Molly Johnson

Synopsis

An adult woman tries to fight isolation and raise her children on the farm where she resides during her husband’s absence. In 1893, a pregnant Molly Johnson and her children struggle to survive in Australia’s harsh terrain. One day, a wounded and shackled Aboriginal fugitive appears nearby and fearfully approaches her home. Yakada, whom Molly initially distrusts and defies, will end up being her best friend. His closeness and generosity will eventually bring them closer together. He will reveal his secret to her and this will coincide with the news of her husband’s disappearance. The new sheriff of the town, Nate Clintoff, becomes suspicious and sends his police officer to investigate what has happened.