CinéfestOZ film festival introduces an exciting program of Indigenous film and culture as part of this year’s festival. IndigifestOZ celebrates and builds awareness of Australian culture through Aboriginal film, art, music and food, and by recognising artists creating important work. CinéfestOZ Deputy Chair Helen Shervington said IndigifestOZ provides a showcase for Indigenous film and other…
Thanks to Luna Leederville, Cinema Australia is giving readers the chance to win a double pass to a special screening of Kill Me Three Times which includes a Q&A with the film’s director, Kriv Stenders (Red Dog). When: Monday, 31 August Where: Luna Leederville Hosted by: Travis Johnson – X-Press Magazine and celluloidandwhiskey.com Kill Me Three Times, a…
Transmission Films is proud to announce the advance Q&A screening of Holding the Man with actor Ryan Corr at Luna Cinemas Leederville on Wednesday August 26 ahead of the cinematic release of the film across Australia on August 27. Network Ten News presenter Narelda Jacobs will host a question and answer session with Ryan in the cinema following a 6.30pm session of the film. Ryan will also…
Australian acting icon Steve Bisley returns to Perth to conduct a weekend workshop for aspiring and established actors and directors. Steve Bisley has been performing in theatre, film and television for over 35 years. He is a graduate of NIDA, winner of two AFI Awards as well as the Film Actor of the Year award,…
“I was unaware at the time how privileged I was to film that journey and it was the beginning of my relationship with Spider, Dolly, Putuparri and their community.” Tom ‘Putuparri’ Lawford is a man caught between two worlds – torn between his life in the modern world of Fitzroy Crossing and his destiny as a…
Following the outstanding reception at the opening night of the Melbourne International Film Festival, CinemaPlus and Illumination Films have crafted a unique national event release for Paul Cox’s Force of Destiny including presenting the film at major film festivals, a limited edition Cinema Programme and a series of screenings featuring special guests and speakers. In opening…
It was a cold and wet night. One look out the window, and that was enough to inspire you to get into your PJs and stay indoors. 80 people had confirmed their attendance, so it was a mystery whether they would stay true to their word. Upon arrival at the Custom’s House Hotel in Williamstown,…
Head down early to Clancy’s Fish Pub and get ready to laugh your head off in an evening of fun hosted by comedians and joined by the comical filmmakers themselves. Curated by Vulture Culture, Australia’s Funniest Shorts showcase short films and sketches created by the country’s best comedians, funny people and filmmakers. Tech Support Directed by…
Hugo Weaving will attend CinèfestOZ 2015 as this year’s Screen Legend, as the Festival launches its program of film and events today. Weaving will be recognised for his achievements as an Australian actor at the Festival’s Gala Night on 29 August at which Australia’s biggest film prize, the CinéfestOZ $100,000 Film Prize, is also awarded to an outstanding…
CinéfestOZ is delighted to announce the CinéfestOZ Film Prize jury who will decide on the winner of the Festival’s second annual $100,000 Film Prize. Jury Chair, Festival Patron and acclaimed Australian actor, David Wenham will be joined on the jury by actress Sarah Snook (Predestination, These Final Hours), writer/actor/director Wayne Blair (Redfern Now, The Sapphires), actor/casting director Annie Murtagh-Monks (Director of Skills & Engagement at…
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