The Great Emu War

Create a short-form historical story designed for a 45–60 second video told using LEGO-style

visuals. Open with a jaw-dropping hook in the first 1–2 sentences that immediately makes

the viewer say “wait… what?” Focus on a lesser-known but real historical event,

person, or moment that feels unbelievable but is true. Explain the story

clearly and simply, as if telling it to someone seeing history for the first time.

Avoid dates overload — prioritize cause, action, and consequence. Tone: cinematic,

dramatic, slightly playful — serious history, but visually fun. Structure:

Hook (shock or mystery) Brief setup (who / where / why it mattered) Escalation (things