AUSTRALIA’S RICHEST FILM PRIZE FINALISTS REVEALED
CinefestOZ is thrilled to reveal four incredible Australian films – including two made in WA – are up for Australia’s richest $100,000 film prize for an Australian film at this year’s festival running August 30 to September 7.
Congratulations to our 2025 finalists!
WE BURY THE DEAD – a thrilling WA-made horror, written and directed by Zac Hilditch and starring Daisy Ridley (Star Wars), Brenton Thwaites (Titans), and Mark Coles Smith (Mystery Road).
BIRTHRIGHT – a sharp, hilarious and topical comedy written and directed by WA’s Zoe Pepper, featuring Travis Jeffery (Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes), Maria Angelico (Strife), and Linda Cropper (Offspring).
SONGS INSIDE – A moving and inspirational prison documentary written and directed by Shalom Almond.
ONE MORE SHOT | MIFF@CinefestOZ – a time travelling, tequila swigging comedy and film, directed by Nicholas Clifford, written by Alice Foulcher and Gregory Erdstein, and starring Emily Browning (American Horror Stories), Ashley Zuckerman (Succession), Pallavi Sharda (The Twelve), Sean Keenan (Barons).
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Enjoy a rare opportunity to hear from the Film Prize Jury as they reflect on their careers, cinematic influences and the art of storytelling in film. Held at Shelter Brewing Co. the JURY BREAKFAST event offers engaging conversation, beautiful coastal views, and the chance to connect with some of the industry’s most respected voices.
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The Film Prize GALA CELEBRATION is CinefestOZ’s premier evening event, full of glamour, drama, an unforgettable spectacle not to be missed. Walk the red carpet alongside Australia’s top filmmaking talent, witness the prestigious Screen Legend Award presentation, and be there as the coveted $100,000 CinefestOZ Film Prize is announced.
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And, stay tuned for the full program released on July 17…