Thanks to Umbrella Entertainment we’ve got a few copies of Fred Schepisi’s internationally-acclaimed The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith to give away. Fred Schepisi’s internationally acclaimed masterpiece, based on the novel by Thomas Keneally, is the shocking tale of an indigenous man driven to madness and revenge. Jimmie Blacksmith (Tommy Lewis) is a young Aboriginal half-caste…
Known as the “festival where stars shine,” AIFF celebrates the importance of independent filmmaking by showcasing top independent films from across the globe and rewarding the very best. AIFF encourages participation and actively promote top films and screenplays from all categories through social media channels. Not only will film makers be invited to attend but…
Directed by Christopher Kay Produced by Deanna Ortuso & Joanne Nguyen Written by Deanna Ortuso and Christopher Kay Starring Deanna Ortuso, Joanne Nguyen, Calista Fooks, Kaarin Fairfax, Clayton Jacobson, Andy G Rhodes, Albert Goikhman, Alison Morley Unadventurous office worker Hannah and her childhood friend Trixie’s world is turned upside down when the ghost of her late sister appears; guiding…
In this episode of the Cinema Australia Podcast host Matthew Eeles chats with Queensland filmmaker Britt Kynde about her independent, supernatural comedy, Cursed. When a neighbour places a curse on their share house, three housemates, two dead brothers and a delivery man are forced to live together or die trying. Kynde stars in the film…
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Have You Seen The Listers? is a candid and personal insight into the rise of world-renowned street artist Anthony Lister as he challenges conservative Australia, whilst battling his own demons. Lister will have you gasping for air as he rises up the ranks from street artist to celebrated contemporary artist in the complex world of…
After more than a decade as one of Australia’s musical theatre stars, WAAPA alumni Lucy Durack (Wicked, Legally Blonde, Sisters) is set to make her writing debut with Lift, a 7-part rom-com web series set entirely in an elevator. The series, which starts filming at Johnny Ma Studios in Perth today, will be an intimate…
Written, Produced and Directed by Clifton Schulke Starring Luke Watts (as Damon) and Mick Donnellan (as the Enemy Archer) Deep in the forest a hunter realises that he’s not the only one skilled with a bow. Introduction by Clifton Schulke I would best describe The Arrow as a medieval action film where two enemy archers are pitted against each…
The theatrical trailer for Chris Sun’s Boar dropped this afternoon. Written and directed by Sun (Charlie’s Farm), Boar stars John Jarratt (Wolf Creek), Bill Moseley (Charlie’s Farm), Simone Buchanan (Neighbours), Nathan Jones (Mad Max: Fury Road), Hugh Sheridan (Packed To The Rafters), Roger Ward (Mad Max), Melissa Tkautz (Real Housewives of Sydney), Ricci Guarnaccio (Geordie Shore)…
Cursed is now available for pre-order ahead of its release on March 25 via Vimeo on Demand. Britt Kynde’s supernatural comedy is a micro-budget independent film shot in Queensland. The story goes like this: Dan has had to suffer living with his girlfriend Nan’s obnoxious best friend Cat for years. After a rude wake up…
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