Set against the stark backdrop of the Australian outback in the mid-1940s, "The New Boy" unfolds the story of a young orphan boy brought to a secluded monastery. Mama, a young Aboriginal boy, is brought to a remote monastery run by two nuns.
As the boy struggles to adapt to his new surroundings and the austere monastic life, his presence begins to create a ripple of unease among the residents and staff. The narrative centers on the mysterious nature of the boy and how his arrival challenges the faith of Sister Bridget, one of the nuns overseeing the orphanage. The film explores themes of faith, mystery, and the disruption that can accompany the unknown, suggesting that the true miracle lies within the unfolding mystery.
"The New Boy" is available on BBC iPlayer.