A new film First Light offers a portrait of monastic life in the Philippines, following nun Sister Yolanda as she provides support and spiritual guidance to both the destitute and the privileged. This offers a fascinating panorama of life in the Philippines, producing a rare Australia-Filipino co-production that explores the life of this compassionate character while shining a light on the class divide in the Philippines.
Stephen Hill asked the film’s director James J. Robinson how important exploring dimensions of faith was to the creation of his debut feature.
First Light is releasing nationally in Australia on July 9
Image: Image from the film “First Light”
Produced By: Stephen Hill
Featured In Story: James J. Robinson, director of “First Light”
First aired on The Wire, Wednesday 1 July 2026