The Kangaroo Chronicles follows the story of a young artist, Marc, who is struggling to make ends meet in Berlin. One day, he discovers a giant red kangaroo sitting outside his apartment building. To Marc's surprise, the kangaroo is a communist who has fled from Australia after being persecuted for his political beliefs.
The two form an unlikely friendship and the kangaroo, named Donnie, moves into Marc's apartment. Together, they navigate the city and explore their shared passion for art. Donnie becomes Marc's muse, inspiring him to create incredible new works of art.
As the friendship grows, Marc begins to see the world from Donnie's perspective and begins to question his own beliefs. Through their conversations and debates, the two explore topics such as capitalism, social justice, and the value of art in society.
However, danger soon looms on the horizon as Donnie's past catches up with him. The Australian authorities have learned of his whereabouts and are determined to bring him back. Marc must choose between standing by his friend and risking his own safety, or turning on Donnie and betraying their friendship.
The Kangaroo Chronicles is a heartwarming tale of friendship and political awakening, as two unlikely creatures explore the world around them and discover the true value of friendship and art.