Writer and director Luke Agius and team have wrapped production on their heartfelt coming-of-age comedy drama, The Undesirables, and have recently released a first-look video to go along with it. The film is set against the backdrop of the vibrant underground Western Sydney music scene, shooting on location at both Blacktown’s SWR 99.9 FM radio…
It’s not uncommon for movies to receive in-depth, standalone documentaries detailing intricate production processes, such as the acclaimed Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse about the making of Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now, but it’s rare to see an Australian film afforded the same level of introspective exploration. However, the new documentary In the Trenches…
Taking place from July 3rd – 14th, this year’s Revelation Perth International Film Festival presents over 30 feature films and documentaries and as well as over 80 short films in a captivating program that promises to deliver unforgettable moments and thought-provoking narratives that will resonate with audiences long after credits roll. With special events at the WA Museum…
Horrifying psychological thriller Lenore adds two new cast members, David Gannon (Elvis) and Freya Callaghan (True Spirit). Over the course of one restless evening, troubled documentary filmmaker Max Wren unravels the terrible truth about what became of a beloved online performance artist Lenore – a truth that pushes him to the brink of insanity. As…
STUDIOCANAL’s Australian production arm, Cultivator Films Australia, today announced filming is underway on its first feature film, Kangaroo, produced in partnership with Bunya Productions and Brindle Films. An uplifting family comedy set in the Australian Outback and bouncing with adorable joeys, Kangaroo, is inspired by the story of Chris Barns aka ‘Brolga’, founder of the…
An Edith Cowan University (ECU) student’s short film about a young woman who is inspired to become an opera actress and follow in the footsteps of her Taiwanese grandmother has been shortlisted in the 2024 Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase. WA Screen Academy student Ying Chu’s short film Ah-Ma: A Tale of Two Generations,…
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…
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