Article by Matthew Eeles Ballardong/Whadjuk Noongar woman Brooke Collard has teamed up with Common Ground to produced the Noongar iteration of the social impact group’s educational series, First Nations Bedtime Stories. First Nations Bedtime Stories is produced every year with a different First Nations group. They create the series in collaboration with First Nations teachers…
Cinema Australia Podcast #83 | Platon Theodoris Renowned filmmaker Platon Theodoris, whose small, hand-crafted, absurdist films have brought comparisons to Charlie Kaufman and Wes Anderson, invites audiences on an extraordinary cinematic journey with the release of his mesmerising first two features, The Lonely Spirits Variety Hour and Alvin’s Harmonious World of Opposites. Filled with playfully existential storytelling…
Presented by headline sponsor Eastlink, Stellar Short Film Festival returns to the breathtaking setting of McClelland Sculpture Park + Gallery on March 2nd for its much-anticipated fifth-anniversary celebration. This boutique event promises a night under the stars, blending culinary delights, local beverages, art, sculptures, entertainment, and a stellar lineup of award-winning Australian short films. What…
The trailer and poster for riveting ANZAC war epic Before Dawn have been revealed ahead of its national release on April 4, 2024. The film is based on real diaries from ANZAC soldiers and centres mateship at the core of Australia’s biggest WW1 victory. Director Jordon Prince-Wright delivers a deeply moving and immersive breakout feature…
Australian writer, director, actor and producer David Cook’s powerful debut feature Heart of the Man – an uncompromising tale of boxing, family and identity – produced by Bronte Pictures and New Dream Productions, and shot in Brisbane, will premiere at New Farm Cinemas, with further festival news and screenings announced soon. Australia has an exciting…
Sydney Film Festival announces the launch of the First Nations Award, establishing the world’s largest cash prize for Indigenous filmmaking at $35,000, proudly supported by Truant Pictures. Open to First Nations filmmakers from across the globe, the First Nations Award celebrates the profound contributions of First Nations filmmakers to the cinematic landscape. Any film, including…
Queer Screen has announced the recipients of its Completion Fund at the official launch of Queer Screen’s 31st Mardi Gras Film Festival held at UTS Great Hall. Established to provide vital support to Australian LGBTIQ+ filmmakers and storytellers aligned with the organisation’s vision and mission, the fund has become a beacon for fostering creative endeavours…
Following the sold out premiere and “covid triumph” of Love’s Bitter Mystery at the Ravoli Cinema in June 2022, Scene Studios returns with Blazer – a love letter to the Australian entertainment industry and a five year passion project from local Geelong filmmakers. Set against the backdrop of 70s Australia, this biographical mockumentary unravels the fickle career…
The trailer and poster for captivating and shocking psychological thriller You’ll Never Find Me have been revealed ahead of its national release on March 14, 2024. Following a world premiere as the only Australian film selected at the 2023 Tribeca Film Festival, the sharp and twisted film was also awarded Best Feature Film at SXSW Sydney…
Screenwest and Screen Australia are pleased to announce Zoe Pepper’s debut feature film, Birthright, kicks off production in Western Australia today with an impressive ensemble cast. The dark comedy stars Travis Jeffery (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, Unbroken, Gallipoli) and Maria Angelico (The Newsreader, Strife, Sisters) as Cory and Jasmine, a professional couple…
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