The intimate and deeply moving documentary Nansie will enjoy its first public screening at The Ritz in Randwick, right around the corner from where its profound personal drama unfolds. Distributed by Screen Inc (Ice Maiden, The Koalas, Fight to Live), Nansie is a poetic, deeply moving documentary that will strike a chord with everybody. Like…
Welcome to the latest episode of the Cinema Australia Podcast. Over a decade in the making, the fully independent science fiction feature film Space/Time is now available via VoD release after a successful but limited cinema run around the country. In this episode, I’m joined by the film’s director and co-writer, Michael O’Halloran, and co-writer…
Cinema Australia is thrilled to reveal an exclusive first look at Richard Eames’ debut feature film, Skeleton Girls. A Kidnapped Society. Straight outta the underground of urban Perth, indie punk thriller Skeleton Girls. A Kidnapped Society has dropped the first taste of what to expect ahead of its premiere at Revelation Perth International Film Festival,…
Madman Entertainment has announced that Damon Gameau will take part in live Q&A events across Australia throughout July ahead of the release of the inspiring documentary Future Council on August 7. Joining Gameau on stage at select stops along the way will be Future Council member and talented musician, Ruby Rodgers (granddaughter of Jimmy Barnes),…
The heart warming and poignant Australian film What About Sal? will continue its run around the country, with new showings announced in Hobart on 3 July, and further streaming release coming soon to Netflix. Written and directed by acclaimed Australian actor and filmmaker John Jarratt, What About Sal? tells the story of Sal, a man…
Maslow Entertainment today revealed the official trailer and upcoming release date for the emotionally charged drama, Kangaroo Island, slated to hit Australian cinemas on August 21, 2025. This beautifully made and richly rewarding film is the directorial debut of Timothy David, written by Sally Gifford, and boasts a stellar cast including Rebecca Breeds (Clarice), Erik…
Women in Film and Television Australia has announced the launch of Post Code Doesn’t Matter – a bold new initiative designed to break down the geographic barriers faced by regionally based female and gender diverse filmmakers across Australia. This national program will deliver a series of workshops, screenings, panel discussions, and networking events to ensure aspiring…
Production has officially begun on My Brilliant Career, a new Netflix drama series adaptation of Miles Franklin’s beloved Australian novel. The series, produced by Jungle Entertainment, is currently filming in Adelaide and across various locations in South Australia, with Adelaide Studios serving as a major base for the period production. First published in 1901, My…
Vendetta Films has today released the official trailer for Samuel Van Grinsven’s modern ghost story Went Up the Hill, ahead of its cinema release on September 11. Directed by Samuel Van Grinsven (award-winning Sequin in a Blue Room), Went Up the Hill stars Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread, Corsage) Australian Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things, Elvis) and Sarah Peirse (Heavenly…
If you’re a younger Australian currently wading through this country’s nightmarish property market, you’d be forgiven for mistaking Birthright for a documentary. Of course, that’s a stretch—but only just. Zoe Pepper’s razor-sharp debut feature is a satirical black comedy that’s as hilarious as it is confronting. With its biting commentary on the Australian housing crisis…
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