Somebodys Child IS NOW FUNDED
A$4,020
of $62,756 targetyrs ago
Closed on 6th Jul 2013 at 2:00AM.
THIS IMPORTANT PROJECT HAS BEEN FUNDED BY GENEROUS PLEDGES, THE DALGARNO INSTITUTE AND THE LIONS CLUB. WE WANT TO THANK ALL OUR STATE AND FEDERAL MP'S FOR ALL THEIR CORRESPONDENCE AND SUPPORT.
Somebody’s Child
could be anyone's child...
Matthew’s story involves the wider community. His mother Robyn Davis works with the NSW Police speaking in high schools about what life is like for Matthew, and her own heartbreak.
This story needs to be told in all its frankness so the consequence of making a decision like Matthew's can be made real for other young people. Matthew did not think he would be caught, and it happened to him.
Help us make this documentary by pledging to the project.
We have set a goal on pozible for half the amount required to fund the documentary, if we can raise the total amount the film will be made sooner. The crew hopes to travel to Bali with Robyn in September to shoot the documentary.
A LETTER FROM MATTHEW
I graduated in year 10 and have always liked to play sports, particularly Rugby League and Union which I played for my school and for my local club. I don't like rice. I like all music and enjoy reading books by Tom Clancy.
I have two sisters, a twin and an older one. When I was young my parents got divorced. My current situation has affected my family a lot, the way people look at them. A positive thing is that now I have a better relationship with my whole family which I never thought would happen. As a kid I use to play with matches a lot. I loved the look of fire and watching things burn. I got caught by my dad once and he took me to the fire department so I could see what fires do to people's houses by playing with matches. I thought it was great. I wanted to become a fire fighter.
My heroes in my childhood were the 'Power Rangers.' I am a dedicated Christian. I attend church all the time here, almost every day.
The reason why I think I have led this path is because of certain factors that happened in my life. Yes I feel remorseful. This has affected my family in circumstances not many could comprehend. I have learned a lot about myself in here too. I realise that my actions don't just affect me. I hope that people back home don't judge me too harshly. I get a few visits from people I don't know. They just want to drop in and say hello and see how I'm going. I'm currently getting my life back on track and studying for my HSC [High School Certificate] which I never completed. I hope to write a book in the future to help young youths to think about their actions before they make them. Every body makes mistakes and we can learn from them and change our ways. Doing something for quick money isn't worth it. You can't put a price on your life.
I share my cell with an American and an Algerian. It's comfortable enough for three of us. We have a cell with a squat type toilet and a large tub that I stand in and pour buckets of cold water over myself. It's so hot. I sleep on a small mattress on a bunk bed. It's not the best but I'm trying to make the most of it. My daily routine is church in the mornings, sport in the afternoons, and reading and studying of a night time. As for the guards here, they try their best to help us in whatever way, but it's hard because we don't speak full Indonesian yet. I get consular support from the Australian Embassy but there isn't much they can do for me.
If people want to write to me or send care packages, they can forward these to me at the prison. I will try to write back to all the letters I receive. I would appreciate any support that people give me.
I can't believe my family have stuck with me through this situation. I don't know what I'd do without them. The two things I miss most are my family and watching the football. Please pray for me.
Finally, thank you to everyone who has thought about me and what I am going through. Thank you also to the Foreign Prisoners Support Service for your ongoing assistance.
Matthew James Norman
Somebody’s Child’ explores the emotional ride his family experienced as a result of Matthew’s arrest and incarceration. Some would say this family is from the wrong side of the tracks, yet somehow they have managed to face their demons and evolve into a cohesive unit of support for Matthew. Matthew’s twin sister Cheryl developed anorexia because of Matthew’s arrest and his mother Robyn has battled with other problems, but they have dealt with their demons and Cheryl and Matthew celebrated their 21st birthdays together in Kerobokan prison.
This documentary special will touch the hearts of every parent, grandparent, brother and sister in the country. It shows unlawful behaviour carries major consequences, not only for the perpetrator but also chaos and devastation for their families.
Matthew also wants us to know how this wrong decision changed him as a young man and how it has now shaped his plans for the future.Matthew now has support and care from family, individuals and officials, something he once thought was never possible. How was it that his disastrous decision, coupled with the fear of death, turned this young man around? All these questions and more will be answered by Matthew, his mother and those who support him. The documentary investigates the circumstances surrounding the situation Matthew is now in, without making judgement.
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THE DOCUMENTARY
The documentary is a mixture of interviews with Matthew, at Kerobokan Prison, his mother Robyn Davis, and the others involved in his story, interspersed with re-enactments of the events leading up to Matthew’s arrest on drug trafficking charges in Indonesia.
The story starts with a re-enactment, using actors, of the Bali 9 preparing to leave their hotel room to smuggle heroin back to Australia. A remorseful voice over from Mathew tells us why he agreed to go ahead with being a drug mule, what was going through his mind.
We see how Matthew got involved in drug smuggling back home in Australia. Matthew’s voice takes us through the events leading up to his trip to Bali, and group leaving Australia and landing in Bali. We see what they did and hear what they talked about in the lead up to finally becoming drug mules.
We cut back to the Bali hotel room to the drama of the arrest, cut with the actual news footage and news bulletins of the event.
We then see Matthew in Kerobokan prison talking about is life up until now and how this chain of events could have been averted. We ask how he felt when he first was incarcerated and who was it who then gave him support. We talk to the Australian Embassy in Bali about the role they played in trying to ensure Mathew’s well being immediately after his arrest, and how they support him now.
Matthew speaks about his family and how he felt when his mother arrived in Bali to see him. We talk to John Laws about what motivated him in his act of kindness in paying for Robyn’s initial flight to Bali. Matthew was devastated when arrested and all he wanted to do was see his mother. She could not afford to go to Bali until John Laws stepped in.
We see Robyn visiting Mathew in Kerobokan and their recollection of that first visit and the devastation they felt then. We cut to Matthew’s Balinese lawyer and find out how he and Matthew felt when Matthew was handed the death penalty.
Mathew and Robyn’s reaction to the death penalty is interspersed with news footage of it being reported in Australia, and the shock that was felt there. Matthew’s Balinese lawyer talks about the efforts he went to to have the death sentence reduced to life. The relief Mathew and Robyn felt when the death penalty was removed from the table is recalled by them.
We will try to speak with the other members of the Bali 9 and other foreign prisoners about how they all survive and support each other in a foreign jail, how they have started programs to help other inmates, and their hopes for the future. We cut to an interview with the prison chaplain who has guided Matthew on his new path.
We see Robyn on a typical trip to Bali to see her son, what she takes with her, and what she does while she is there. We see Robyn at home, and how she lives, planning the next trip to Bali to see her son.
We see Robyn talk to students and we speak with the school principals who also support her and talk to the students who have heard her speak. We see the relationship that Robyn has formed with the NSW Police Force and how supportive the officers are of her in both a professional and personal way.
We talk to Matthew’s family and friends about their feelings about what happened, how they felt about Matthew’s arrest, and what their hopes are for his future. We return to Matthew’s interview and his reflections on his life, and how one bad decision has made him rethink his life from the young man he was to the young man now he has become, awaiting his appeal on his now life sentence.
Somebody's child could be anyone's child.
Somebody’s Child
could be anyone's child...
A Cautionary Tale
from Matthew Norman and his mother Robyn Davis
their stories, exclusive to this documentary
To Deter Other Young People
This documentary will be gifted to:
Police in every State for High School drug education programs;
every airline flying from Australia to Bali.
This is a powerful and very emotional story about a young man who made a very bad decision.
Matthew's death sentence has now been commuted to life in Kerobokan Prison.Matthew has accepted that he has to endure the consequences of his crime.
He wants to prevent others from being in the situation he is in.
Matthew’s story involves the wider community. His mother Robyn Davis works with the NSW Police speaking in high schools about what life is like for Matthew, and her own heartbreak.
This story needs to be told in all its frankness so the consequence of making a decision like Matthew's can be made real for other young people. Matthew did not think he would be caught, and it happened to him.
Help us make this documentary by pledging to the project.
We have set a goal on pozible for half the amount required to fund the documentary, if we can raise the total amount the film will be made sooner. The crew hopes to travel to Bali with Robyn in September to shoot the documentary.
A LETTER FROM MATTHEW
I graduated in year 10 and have always liked to play sports, particularly Rugby League and Union which I played for my school and for my local club. I don't like rice. I like all music and enjoy reading books by Tom Clancy.
I have two sisters, a twin and an older one. When I was young my parents got divorced. My current situation has affected my family a lot, the way people look at them. A positive thing is that now I have a better relationship with my whole family which I never thought would happen. As a kid I use to play with matches a lot. I loved the look of fire and watching things burn. I got caught by my dad once and he took me to the fire department so I could see what fires do to people's houses by playing with matches. I thought it was great. I wanted to become a fire fighter.
My heroes in my childhood were the 'Power Rangers.' I am a dedicated Christian. I attend church all the time here, almost every day.
The reason why I think I have led this path is because of certain factors that happened in my life. Yes I feel remorseful. This has affected my family in circumstances not many could comprehend. I have learned a lot about myself in here too. I realise that my actions don't just affect me. I hope that people back home don't judge me too harshly. I get a few visits from people I don't know. They just want to drop in and say hello and see how I'm going. I'm currently getting my life back on track and studying for my HSC [High School Certificate] which I never completed. I hope to write a book in the future to help young youths to think about their actions before they make them. Every body makes mistakes and we can learn from them and change our ways. Doing something for quick money isn't worth it. You can't put a price on your life.
I share my cell with an American and an Algerian. It's comfortable enough for three of us. We have a cell with a squat type toilet and a large tub that I stand in and pour buckets of cold water over myself. It's so hot. I sleep on a small mattress on a bunk bed. It's not the best but I'm trying to make the most of it. My daily routine is church in the mornings, sport in the afternoons, and reading and studying of a night time. As for the guards here, they try their best to help us in whatever way, but it's hard because we don't speak full Indonesian yet. I get consular support from the Australian Embassy but there isn't much they can do for me.
If people want to write to me or send care packages, they can forward these to me at the prison. I will try to write back to all the letters I receive. I would appreciate any support that people give me.
I can't believe my family have stuck with me through this situation. I don't know what I'd do without them. The two things I miss most are my family and watching the football. Please pray for me.
Finally, thank you to everyone who has thought about me and what I am going through. Thank you also to the Foreign Prisoners Support Service for your ongoing assistance.
Matthew James Norman
Somebody’s Child’ explores the emotional ride his family experienced as a result of Matthew’s arrest and incarceration. Some would say this family is from the wrong side of the tracks, yet somehow they have managed to face their demons and evolve into a cohesive unit of support for Matthew. Matthew’s twin sister Cheryl developed anorexia because of Matthew’s arrest and his mother Robyn has battled with other problems, but they have dealt with their demons and Cheryl and Matthew celebrated their 21st birthdays together in Kerobokan prison.
This documentary special will touch the hearts of every parent, grandparent, brother and sister in the country. It shows unlawful behaviour carries major consequences, not only for the perpetrator but also chaos and devastation for their families. Matthew also wants us to know how this wrong decision changed him as a young man and how it has now shaped his plans for the future.Matthew now has support and care from family, individuals and officials, something he once thought was never possible. How was it that his disastrous decision, coupled with the fear of death, turned this young man around? All these questions and more will be answered by Matthew, his mother and those who support him. The documentary investigates the circumstances surrounding the situation Matthew is now in, without making judgement.
STAY IN TOUCH
You can stay up to date by joining our mailing list, liking us on Facebook or following us on Twitter.
[email protected] (for mailing list) just email me
www.facebook.com/wyhldfischproductions
Twitter/@wyhldfisch
www.wyhldfisch.com
THE DOCUMENTARY
The documentary is a mixture of interviews with Matthew, at Kerobokan Prison, his mother Robyn Davis, and the others involved in his story, interspersed with re-enactments of the events leading up to Matthew’s arrest on drug trafficking charges in Indonesia.
The story starts with a re-enactment, using actors, of the Bali 9 preparing to leave their hotel room to smuggle heroin back to Australia. A remorseful voice over from Mathew tells us why he agreed to go ahead with being a drug mule, what was going through his mind.
We see how Matthew got involved in drug smuggling back home in Australia. Matthew’s voice takes us through the events leading up to his trip to Bali, and group leaving Australia and landing in Bali. We see what they did and hear what they talked about in the lead up to finally becoming drug mules.
We cut back to the Bali hotel room to the drama of the arrest, cut with the actual news footage and news bulletins of the event.
We then see Matthew in Kerobokan prison talking about is life up until now and how this chain of events could have been averted. We ask how he felt when he first was incarcerated and who was it who then gave him support. We talk to the Australian Embassy in Bali about the role they played in trying to ensure Mathew’s well being immediately after his arrest, and how they support him now.
Matthew speaks about his family and how he felt when his mother arrived in Bali to see him. We talk to John Laws about what motivated him in his act of kindness in paying for Robyn’s initial flight to Bali. Matthew was devastated when arrested and all he wanted to do was see his mother. She could not afford to go to Bali until John Laws stepped in.We see Robyn visiting Mathew in Kerobokan and their recollection of that first visit and the devastation they felt then. We cut to Matthew’s Balinese lawyer and find out how he and Matthew felt when Matthew was handed the death penalty.
Mathew and Robyn’s reaction to the death penalty is interspersed with news footage of it being reported in Australia, and the shock that was felt there. Matthew’s Balinese lawyer talks about the efforts he went to to have the death sentence reduced to life. The relief Mathew and Robyn felt when the death penalty was removed from the table is recalled by them.
We will try to speak with the other members of the Bali 9 and other foreign prisoners about how they all survive and support each other in a foreign jail, how they have started programs to help other inmates, and their hopes for the future. We cut to an interview with the prison chaplain who has guided Matthew on his new path.
We see Robyn on a typical trip to Bali to see her son, what she takes with her, and what she does while she is there. We see Robyn at home, and how she lives, planning the next trip to Bali to see her son.
We see Robyn talk to students and we speak with the school principals who also support her and talk to the students who have heard her speak. We see the relationship that Robyn has formed with the NSW Police Force and how supportive the officers are of her in both a professional and personal way.
We talk to Matthew’s family and friends about their feelings about what happened, how they felt about Matthew’s arrest, and what their hopes are for his future. We return to Matthew’s interview and his reflections on his life, and how one bad decision has made him rethink his life from the young man he was to the young man now he has become, awaiting his appeal on his now life sentence.
Somebody's child could be anyone's child.
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