Award-winning filmmaker and academic Larissa Behrendt uncovers a pivotal chapter of Australia’s history in her latest documentary, One Mind, One Heart which traces the remarkable story of the Yirrkala Bark Petitions, groundbreaking documents that set the foundation for the recognition of Aboriginal rights in Australia. One Mind, One Heart uncovers the extraordinary story of the…
Perth filmmaker Emilie Lowe is a force. With determination and creativity, she starred in, wrote, directed, edited, and co-shot her debut feature film, The Canary, alongside a small team of just three others: cinematographer and sound designer Peter Renzullo and her parents, Suzanne and Steve. The production faced numerous hurdles, including working with a 100-year-old…
Richard Jamze and Natalie Rose’s journey from indie underdogs to emerging filmmakers is nothing short of inspiring. The filmmaking duo recently released their debut feature, Santa Hunters, a Christmas comedy that begins as a lighthearted romp but transforms into a heartfelt story about dreamers defying doubt. The mockumentary follows three hunters, Kris (Chris Slater), Eve…
Filmed on location in country Victoria, Luke Creely’s latest short film, The Farmhouse, is a bloody and confronting arthouse and avant-garde horror with a distinct European flavour. Inspired by the haunting visuals and sonic language of David Lynch, as well as Dario Argento’s Suspiria and his evocative use of colour, The Farmhouse is an immersive…
Welcome to the Cinema Australia Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Under Streetlights writer, director and co-producer Danielle Loy to discuss this incredibly moving musical drama. This film is the exact reason why you shouldn’t sleep on independently-made Australian films. Quite often, they’re far better than a lot of the mainstream Australian films being…
Directed by Briege Whitehead and narrated by Luke Hemsworth, The Great Kimberley Wilderness is a 35-minute virtual reality documentary that transports you to one of the most spectacular and pristine landscapes in the world. Guided by science and Traditional Owners, you will journey across magical coastlines, and venture into the heart of this ancient landscape unlike…
Jolyon Hoff’s latest documentary, You Should Have Been Here Yesterday, is a beautiful tribute to Australia’s early surf culture, blending nostalgia with artistry. Featuring restored 16mm footage and an electrifying score by surf rock legends Headland, the film captures the untamed spirit of a generation that chased waves and carved out an alternative way of…
Forget every shark film you’ve seen before. Writer-director Kiah Roache-Turner and producer Blake Northfield are set to make bloody waves with Beast of War, their bold new take on the much-adored horror sub genre. By Matthew Eeles On the day Cinema Australia spoke with Kiah Roache-Turner, the filmmaker was deep into editing the last two…
Welcome to the latest episode of the Cinema Australia Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Luke J.S. and Luke Wijayasinha-Gray to discuss Your Love is Mine, a moody and atmospheric relationship drama with a touch of horror. Your Love is Mine explores the depths of love and desperation and tells the story of a…
Jon Bell, an Australian filmmaker and storyteller from the Bundjalung/Wiradjuri nations, is no stranger to weaving cultural heritage into his narratives. In his chilling new horror, The Moogai, Bell explores the struggles of Sarah and Fergus, a young Aboriginal couple whose lives take a dark turn after the birth of their second child. When Sarah…
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