Welcome to the Cinema Australia Podcast. It’s been a while between episodes. I’ve been kept very busy lately with the recent celebration of my 40th birthday, as well as my film festival, the WA Made Film Festival. I’m back on board now, as I’ve got some great episodes coming up, including one with actor Travis…
Australian actors Lincoln Lewis, Henry Nixon and Jeremy Lindsay Taylor join survival horror/war mash up Starring Ryan Kwanten, Tricia Helfer, Jeremy Piven, Nick Wechsler Sparke Films has wrapped main filming for their new feature film. Written and directed by Luke Sparke (Occupation Rainfall, Bring Him To Me), the film is based on the cult-followed book…
St Kilda Film Festival has today announced the full 2024 program including Australia’s top short films. Presented by City of Port Phillip the program features more than 150 films to be shown over 52 screening sessions at venues across St Kilda and South Melbourne. The famous opening night event will be held at The Astor…
As Australia’s leading independent screen event since 1997, Revelation Perth International Film Festival champions Australian screen culture and independent filmmaking like no other. Renowned for its expertly curated program, this year’s Festival runs from 3 – 14th July and promises an exhilarating celebration of independent filmmakers with offerings for audiences of all ages in a line-up that pushes…
The 71st Sydney Film Festival program was officially launched today by Festival Director Nashen Moodley, featuring an exceptional line-up including a stack of Australian films which you can find below. “The 71st Sydney Film Festival unfurls a canvas of bold narratives and remarkable visions, mirroring the evolving dynamics of our world,” said Sydney Film Festival…
by Matthew Eeles Notorious Australian outlaw Ned Kelly has been a recurring figure in Australian cinema, with numerous films depicting his life and exploits. The fascination with Kelly’s story dates back to the early days of Australian filmmaking, evident in the silent film The Story of the Kelly Gang in 1906, considered one of the…
Bounty Films has released a new trailer for In the Room Where He Waits following the film’s world premiere at the 2024 Mardi Gras Film Festival earlier this year. Directed by Timothy Despina Marshall, and starring acclaimed actor Daniel Monks, In the Room Where He Waits follows theatre actor Tobin who returns to Australia in the…
Actor-turned-filmmaker Stephen Degenaro recently launched a crowdfunding campaign for his new feature film, Raging Jake, which he will also direct. Here, Cinema Australia takes a closer look at Degenaro’s career leading up to this project. Stephen Degenaro is an Australian actor, screenwriter, and author. In early 2022, he self-published his debut novel, Raging Jake. With…
Sydney Film Festival has unveiled three more Australian feature films that will join its 2024 lineup following the recent announcement that In Vitro and The Pool will screen at the festival. The three new films have a special focus on the little ones, with an enchanting line-up three Aussie animated world premieres. 200% Wolf, from…
Principal photography has wrapped on new Australian feature film Break a Leg, from Canberra filmmakers and actors Kaitlyn Boyé and Brendan Kelly. The film was shot on location at The Q Theatre in Canberra, with the support of The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre. Written by and starring both Kaitlyn Boyé and Brendan Kelly, Break…
The Legend of Ben Hall and The Cost filmmaker, Matthew Holmes, has announced his new film, The Guns of Muschu. Based on the remarkable true story and book The Guns of Muschu by Don Dennis, the screenplay by Tom Broadhurst and Jack Brislee (Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan) brings to life a pivotal…
As someone who works at a computer from home, my biggest daily challenge is walking from my desk to the fridge and deciding what I want for lunch. Being so immobile on a daily basis, it was impossible to watch Jack Lawrence’s new documentary, Diamond of the Sea, and not be inspired by it. It…
A complex hero, strong fight scenes, and a plot that will keep audiences engaged. Stephen Degenaro has announced his new film, Raging Jake, where he serves as writer, actor, and director. The action thriller is currently seeking funding on the Australian Cultural Fund crowdfunding website. Set to start filming from mid-October to November 2024, Raging…
David Cook, a proud Butchulla man from Queensland, is a filmmaker who wears his heart on his sleeve. Best known for his acting work in horror film House of Inequity, and the sci-fi comedy Strangeville, Cook has now embarked on a new creative journey as the writer, director, and co-producer of his debut feature film,…
by Matthew Eeles Glenn Triggs has unveiled the trailer for his brand new feature film, Ancestry Road, and boy, does it pack an emotional wallop. Written, directed, and produced by Triggs, Ancestry Road follows Kevin, whose daughter continually goes missing up the back of their Scottish Farm. To make life easier on everyone, Kevin builds…
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