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# CinefestOZ Film Festival: Reel Adventures, Down South!

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- [The Wait Is Over: The CinefestOZ 2026 Program Has Arrived](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-cinefestoz-program-has-arrived/): One of the festival's biggest highlights returns with the prestigious $100,000 CinefestOZ Film Prize, Australia's richest prize for an Australian feature film. 
- [2026 CinefestOZ Film Prize Finalists Announced](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-cinefestoz-film-prize-finalists-announced/): “The 2026 $100000 CinefestOZ Film Prize winner will be announced at the spectacular Film Prize Celebration on Saturday 5 September at the stunning new Saltwater Busselton.”
- [CinefestOZ Passes On Sale Now for 2026](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-passes-on-sale-now-for-2026/): GET EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS NOW FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!
- [Announcing On the Road](https://cinefestoz.com/reel-adventure-on-the-road/): CinefestOZ takes Reel Adventure On the Road - FREE films and filmmaking workshops to hit regional WA!
- [CinefestOZ returns 28th August- 6th September 2026](https://cinefestoz.com/save-the-date-cinefestoz-is-back-29th-6th-september-in-2026/): Mark your calendars CinefestOZ returns from 28 August - 6 September 2026, bringing nine unforgettable days of Australian film, industry connection, and community celebration across the South West. From Busselton to Margaret River and beyond, the festival will once again take cinema out into the community, delivering screenings, events, and experiences that celebrate place, people, and story.
- [Support CinefestOZ this AusArts Giving Day](https://cinefestoz.com/support-cinefestoz-this-ausarts-giving-day/): Image supplied.
- [2025 Film Prize Winner & Screen Legend](https://cinefestoz.com/2025-film-prize-winner-screen-legend/): Songs Inside - written and directed by Shalom Almond and starring Nancy Bates - was announced tonight as the 2025 CinefestOZ Film Prize Winner - the richest $100,000 Film Prize in the country for an Australian production. 
- [SHORT FILM WINNERS](https://cinefestoz.com/short-film-winners/): From confronting comedies to powerful documentaries, this year’s CinefestOZ Short Film Awards shone a spotlight on Australia’s boldest storytellers and freshest voices.
- [WIFT WRITERS SELECTED](https://cinefestoz.com/wift-writers-selected/): WIFT Australia has selected five standout female and gender diverse screenwriters to participate in the 2025 WIFT Australia x CinefestOZ Writers Retreat following an unprecedented number of submissions for the annual creative residency. 
- [CinefestOZ Albany is back for 2025!](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-albany-is-back-for-2025/): CinefestOZ Albany is thrilled to announce the Albany premiere of the locally made feature film We Bury the Dead as a major highlight of its 2025 program of film screenings, free cultural events, schools engagement and live performances, running 19-21 September.
- [DEADLY DAYS](https://cinefestoz.com/2025deadlydays/): These free events shine a spotlight on our magnificent First Nations filmmakers, artists, performers, and of course storytellers. We curate a selection of experiences such as dance, film, artist workshops, food and much more. See full line ups below. All are welcome, it is a free event, so no tickets are required.
- [SHORT FILM FINALISTS](https://cinefestoz.com/short-film-finalists/): Finalists in the 2025 CinefestOZ Short Film Competition have been announced. Recognising exceptional storytelling and talent in the short filmmaking sector of the Australian film industry - more than 250 entries were received from filmmakers across Australia – with 28 finalists in the running for awards in six categories, as selected by an independent jury of industry professionals. Cash prizes are up for grabs in three of the six categories including Best Short Film ($5000), Best Indigenous Short Film ($2500) and the Cinewest Best WA Short Film ($2500). 
- [JURY ANNOUNCED](https://cinefestoz.com/jury-announced/):  Western Australian actor and director Frances O’Connor (Wednesday, Emily, Mansfield Park) will return home next month to head up the CinefestOZ Film Prize Jury, which will decide the winner of Australia’s richest $100,000 Film Prize at this year’s festival, running 30 August to 7 September.
- [NEW PATRONS](https://cinefestoz.com/new-patrons/): Legendary Australian actor Richard Roxburgh (Rake, The Correspondent, Elvis) and talented Nyul Nyul and Yawuru filmmaker Jub Clerc (Sweet As, Total Contral, Mystery Road) have been appointed as new Patrons of the CinefestOZ Film Festival, running 30 August to 7 September in Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River. 
- [STUDENT FINALISTS](https://cinefestoz.com/student-finalists/): THE PULL
- [GUIDE TO SHORT FILM SETS](https://cinefestoz.com/guide-to-short-film-sets/): Full of heart, soul, laughter, horror, courage, wisdom—and a little mayhem. Across Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River, our short film sets (each featuring 7-8 powerful short films) offer incredible value and an easy night out during the festival.
- [CINEPASSES ON SALE](https://cinefestoz.com/cinepasses-on-sale/): Ready for an unforgettable film festival experience? CinefestOZ 2025 is rolling out the red carpet across Western Australia’s stunning South West, and there’s a festival pass to suit every film lover. Whether you're here for glitz, discovery, or just a good time with friends, here's how to make the most of your festival journey.
- [BEST MUSIC VIDEO 2025](https://cinefestoz.com/best-music-video-2025/): BEST MUSIC VIDEO GIGFri 5 Sep, 6:00 pm – Froth Craft Brewery, Bunbury
- [2025 PROGRAM ANNOUNCED](https://cinefestoz.com/2025-program/):  Australia’s friendliest film festival comes of age next month, celebrating 18 magnificent years with a program of brilliant new Australian stories brought to life on the big screen, and fresh new events, which will be held across Western Australia’s beautiful Margaret River wine region from 30 August – 7 September 2025. 
- [WIFT AUSTRALIA-HOSTED WRITERS RETREAT](https://cinefestoz.com/wift-australia-hosted-writers-retreat/): MEDIA RELEASE 15 JULY 2025
- [2025 FILM PRIZE FINALISTS](https://cinefestoz.com/2025-film-prize-finalists/): 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. 
- [CinefestOZ heads North for the 2024 CinefestOZ Broome!](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-heads-north-for-the-2024-cinefestoz-broome/): Broome set to roll out the red ‘dirt’ carpet for First Nations Film Festival CinefestOZ Broome - Western Australia's First Nations Film Festival presented by Goolarri Media – returns this October 24-27 with an impressive line-up including the regional premiere of Jon Bell’s award-winning psychological horror The Moogai and the World Premiere of Our Medicine from Broome director Kimberley Benjamin.
- [2024 Film Prize Winner & Screen Legend](https://cinefestoz.com/2024-film-prize-winner-screen-legend/): The Moogai - Image supplied
- [Short Film Award Finalists Revealed](https://cinefestoz.com/short-film-award-finalists-revealed/): Finalists in the 2024 CinefestOZ Short Film Competition were announced today ahead of the SHORT FILM AWARDS, which will be held Thursday 5 September in Margaret River as part of Australia’s largest destination film festival (31 August to 8 September).
- [The Moogai](https://cinefestoz.com/the-moogai/): Grab your popcorn and a choc bomb and settle in for an emotional rollercoaster with new film The Moogai, premiering this year at CinefestOZ and one of the finalists for richest $100,000 Film Prize.
- [New films announced](https://cinefestoz.com/new-films-announced/): New films have been added to the program! It's time to get your tickets, some events have already sold out and others are selling fast!
- [Short Film Sets not to be missed](https://cinefestoz.com/short-film-sets-not-to-be-missed/): Curating the Themes Behind the Film SetsCurating this year’s selection of short films was a deep dive into storytelling. After watching over 150 films, certain themes stood out, forming the basis for this year's programming. From the exploration of belonging to the dark humour that lightens heavy topics, these themes echoed through the films and inspired four distinct sets. Here’s a glimpse into each one:
- [CinefestOZ on a Budget](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-on-a-budget/): You want to see the latest films but cost of living is making it hard? Never fear, there is lots of CinefestOZ for free or cheaper with some planning. 
- [The 2024 Film Prize Jury](https://cinefestoz.com/29600-2/): Award winning actress and filmmaker Rachel Griffiths has been announcedtoday as Jury Chair of the annual CinefestOZ Film Prize – the country’s richest $100000 film award for an Australian production – recognising excellence in Australian filmmaking and held as part of the CinefestOZ Film Festival (31 August – 8 September).
- [Pre Festival Watchlist](https://cinefestoz.com/pre-festival-watchlist/): Get CinefestOZ festival ready, here are your suggested watch lists! 
- [How to guide for CinefestOZ](https://cinefestoz.com/how-to-guide-for-cinefestoz/): Attending the CinefestOZ Film Festival is an exciting and enriching experience. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you make the most of it.
- [WIFT Writers Retreat](https://cinefestoz.com/wift-writers-retreat/): We are thrilled to announce that aspiring and established female and non-binary screenwriters are now invited to apply for the 2024 CinefestOZ and Women in Film and Television (WIFT) AustraliaWriters’ Retreat!
- [Film Prize Finalists for 2024 are…](https://cinefestoz.com/film-prize-finalists-for-2024-are/): The Film Prize FInalists for 2024 are hilarious new family comedy Runt, written by Craig Silvey, directed by John Sheedy and starring Celeste Barber, Jai Courtney and Jack Thompson; animated drama Memoir of a Snail MIFF@CinefestOZ, by Oscar winning director Adam Elliot and featuring the voices of Sarah Snook, Eric Bana and Jackie Weaver; dark comedy Audrey MIFF@CinefestOZ, by director Natalie Bailey with actors Jackie van Beek and Jeremy Lindsay Taylor;  and the thought-provoking, Indigenous horror The Moogai by director Jon Bell and starring Shari Sebbens and Meyne Wyatt.
- [Platinum Passes on Sale Now!](https://cinefestoz.com/platinum-passes-on-sale-now/): Ahead of the release of the 2024 Program in July, we would like to invite you to be part of the 2024 CinefestOZ celebrations with the highly sought-after Platinum Cinepass.
- [A successful CinefestOZ Albany 2024 comes to an end!](https://cinefestoz.com/a-successful-cinefestoz-albany-2024-comes-to-an-end/): CinefestOZ Albany wraps on another year of success in the Great Southern, presenting incredible stories and hearing from leading industry experts.
- [The countdown is on for the incredible 2024 CinefestOZ Albany !](https://cinefestoz.com/the-countdown-is-on-for-cinefestoz-albany/): Get ready to be swept away by the enchantment of CinefestOZ Albany! As the countdown to the festival begins, anticipation is mounting for an extraordinary celebration of cinema, culture, and community.
- [Another year of success at CinefestOZ Broome Schools Program!](https://cinefestoz.com/another-year-of-success-at-cinefestoz-broome-schools-program/): The CinefestOZ Schools Program in Broome, which took place from October 24th to October 27th, has just wrapped up its second year, leaving behind a trail of inspiration and creativity for students from year 3 to 12! This unique event is all about engaging students in the world of film, educating them about the art of storytelling through cinema and providing them with a hands-on experience that could shape the next generation of filmmakers.
- [Celebrating Indigenous Voices: CinefestOZ Broome Wraps Up Its Second Year](https://cinefestoz.com/celebrating-indigenous-voices-cinefestoz-broome-wraps-up-its-second-year/): Located on Yawuru Country, the CinefestOZ Broome festival has just concluded its second year, leaving inspired filmmakers in its wake. CinefestOZ has expanded to the corners of Western Australia, serving as a powerful platform to celebrate Australian voices and stories with CinefestOZ Broome focusing on Indigenous stories, shining a spotlight on Australia's first storytellers
- [Myles Pollard named 2023 Screen Legend](https://cinefestoz.com/myles-pollard-named-2023-screen-legend/): Actor and Director Myles Pollard was named CinefestOZ 2023 Screen Legend at the recent Festival's
- [Best Short Film ](https://cinefestoz.com/best-short-film/): We are pleased to announce the below as our Short Film Winners:
- [Film Prize Winner: SHAYDA MIFF@CinefestOZ](https://cinefestoz.com/shayda-miffcinefestoz-wins-australias-richest-film-prize-and-screen-legend-announced/): The film Shayda MIFF@CinefestOZ is the 2023 winner of Australia’s richest annual $100,000 Film Prize, which recognises excellence in the craft of filmmaking from an Australian feature film or feature-length documentary.
- [Bromley: Light After Dark Pop Up Exhibition!](https://cinefestoz.com/bromley-light-after-dark-pop-up-exhibition/): A collection of new and never before seen David Bromley art will be shown at Margaret River HEART from Tuesday 29 August to Sunday 3 September, a special addition to the 2023 CinefestOZ event offering, presented by Gullotti Galleries Cottesloe.
- [Stars line up for Australia’s Richest Film Prize Jury](https://cinefestoz.com/stars-line-up-for-australias-richest-film-prize-jury/): CinefestOZ Film Festival has revealed the full line up of Jury members who will decide on the winner of the prestigious $100,000 Film Prize - the country’s richest film award for an Australian production - recognising excellence in Australian filmmaking. Joining Jury Chair and acclaimed director Robert Connolly on the panel is US producer Debbie Liebling of South Park, Bridesmaids and PEN15 fame; award winning actress, director Mia Wasikowska; talented film, tv and theatre actor Rob Collins and four-time Emmy award winner, production designer Deborah Riley. Together the panel will decide which of the four short-listed films Monolith, Bromley: Light After Dark, and MIFF@CinefestOZ films The Rooster and Shayda will take home the title of Film Prize Winner. The Film Prize award will be announced at the Film Prize Celebration, which will be hosted by actor and singer Joel Jackson, on Saturday 2 September at the new Sabina River Farm, with the award presented by the Hon David Templeman MLA Minister for Culture and the Arts; Sport and Recreation; International Education; Heritage. CinefestOZ Chair Margaret Buswell said, “We are very fortunate that Robert Connolly, Debbie Liebling, Deborah Riley, Mia Wasikowska and Rob Collins are joining us at CinefestOZ this year and generously giving their time as panel members to award the winner of the highly sought-after Film Prize.” “The CinefestOZ Film Prize was established in 2014 in partnership with the Western Australian Government to recognise excellence in Australian filmmaking. The inaugural recipient that year was Robert Connolly for his film Paper Planes and - in a full circle moment - we have Robert returning to the Festival this year as our Jury Chair for 2023.“
- [Short Film Finalists announced!](https://cinefestoz.com/short-film-finalists-announced/): Finalists in the CinefestOZ Short Film Competition were announced today ahead of the Short Film Awards! 
- [Writers retreat participants announced](https://cinefestoz.com/writers-retreat-participants-announced/): CinefestOZ and WIFT Australia are thrilled to announce the incredible talents that will be joining us for the CinefestOZ WIFT Australia Writers Retreat 2023.Congratulations to the four writers participating in the program this year:
- [HUGO WEAVING AND ROBERT CONNOLLY JOIN US!](https://cinefestoz.com/hugo-weaving-and-robert-connolly-join-us/): Celebrated actor Hugo Weaving and and acclaimed director Robert Connolly will be winging their way to WA for our festival this year!
- [ENTRIES OPEN FOR SCREENWRITERS RETREAT ](https://cinefestoz.com/entries-open-for-screenwriters-retreat/): We have joined forces with WIFT Australia  once again to host an exciting three day writing retreat in the beautiful South West region of Western Australia from 27-30 August 2023 in a private residence, thanks to CinefestOZ Industry partnership with Private Properties.       The writer’s retreat was held for the first time in 2021 to WA members only (due to border restrictions) and saw writers work across a week on further developing their long or short form projects. The 2023 Writers Retreat will host four participants and is open to WIFT Australia members across the country who are able to make their own way to WA next month. The retreat is designed to provide participants with the opportunity to make significant creative progress on a scripted or non-scripted project they are the Sole or Lead writer on. To support them during the retreat, participants will receive creative consultation from script development executive and former BBC script editor Jamey Claffey.  Jamey works primarily in high-end TV drama, comedy, and scripted podcasts. She supports writers to develop their scripted series and films from initial concept to delivery.  Jamey initially trained as a script editor at BBC Scotland and went on to work in various script and story editing roles within BBC TV Drama Commissioning and BBC Studios Scripted, as well as assistant producing radio plays for BBC Radio 4. Since returning to Australia in 2020, Jamey has developed and consulted on a string of Audible Original serial drama and comedy podcasts produced by the likes of Fremantle, Hoodlum, Beyond Entertainment and Guesswork. Jamey currently contracts as a story analyst and development exec for Dreamchaser Entertainment, as well as working across a slate of her own screen projects via her script development business Script Engine.  As well as the space and time to knuckle down on their projects, participants will also receive a free pass to our Industry Program (31st Aug- 1st Sept), exclusive invitations to VIP networking opportunities, and $200 Coles vouchers. “I'm so proud of CinefestOZ's on-going contribution to supporting the development of WIFT talent and their career journey's and cannot wait to see the outcomes,” Cassandra Jordan, CEO CinefestOZ, said “It’s also fantastic timing as the writers retreat is just ahead of the CinefestOZ Film Festival (29 August - 3 September), which showcases the best new Australian films at a range of screenings and events over six days and includes the Industry Program, which attracts local, national and international filmmakers.”        The retreat is open to all current WIFT Australia members  over the age of 18 with a screen project they wish to develop creatively. The project can be short or long form, but must be intended for broadcast or distribution via traditional channels or online.           
- [ CINEFESTOZ ANNOUNCES EPIC LINEUP OF EVENTS FOR 2023 FILM FESTIVAL ](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-announces-epic-lineup-of-events-for-2023-film-festival/): Today we announce the release of our 2023 Program of films and events, which includes World and Australian Film Premieres and the awarding of Australia's richest Film Prize.
- [Virgin Australia joins as a Partner!](https://cinefestoz.com/virgin-australia-joins-as-a-partner/): We are excited to announce Virgin Australia as a new CinefestOZ Partner!
- [CINEFESTOZ’ FILM PRIZE FINALISTS 2023 REVEALED, Early Bird tickets on sale now](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-film-prize-finalists-2023-revealed-early-bird-tickets-on-sale-now/): Today we announce four uniquely Australian films are in the running to win Australia’s richest $100,000 annual film prize at the 2023 Festival (29 August - 3 September) in the beautiful South West of Western Australia (WA). 
- [Jo Gaines joins CinefestOZ Board](https://cinefestoz.com/jo-gaines-joins-cinefestoz-board-ahead-of-the-2023-festival/): CinefestOZ recently welcomed new Board member Jo Gaines as a Non-Executive Director.
- [CINEFESTOZ ALBANY FILM PROGRAM AND TICKET SALES ANNOUNCED](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-albany-film-program-and-ticket-sales-announced-2/): Today we reveal our 2023 Film Program for CinefestOZ Albany, which will showcase Australian stories and talent as part of the four-day festival to be held from 27 – 30 April in the historic coastal city of Albany, in Western Australia’s Great Southern region! 
- [Susie Annus Joins CinefestOZ Film Festival Board](https://cinefestoz.com/susie-annus-joins-cinefestoz-film-festival-board/): Educator, producer, and photographer Susie Annus has been appointed to our Board!"I am delighted that Susie is joining the CinefestOZ Board in this our 16th year, CinefestOZ Chair Margaret Buswell said.
- [CEO Resignation and Replacement Search Announced](https://cinefestoz.com/ceo-resignation-and-replacement-search-announced/): CinefestOZ, the premier film festival organisation in Western Australia, today announced the resignation of Malinda Nixon, who has decided to step down from her position as Chief Executive Officer, effective 5 May 2023. The Board of Directors would like to express its deep gratitude to Malinda for her contributions to CinefestOZ during her 15-year tenure. Under her leadership, Malinda has achieved tremendous growth and success, and she has been instrumental in driving the organisation’s strategy and vision. Moving forward, the Board of Directors has initiated a search for a new CEO to continue the organisation’s trajectory of growth and success. The search process will commence immediately and the Board is committed to finding a leader with the experience, skills, and vision to take CinefestOZ to the next level. CinefestOZ is well-positioned for continued growth and success, and the Board is confident in the organisation’s future. CinefestOZ will continue to execute on its strategic initiatives and deliver value to its stakeholders, including partners, staff, students and festival goers. The Board of Directors would like to assure stakeholders that the CinefestOZ operations will continue as usual during this transition period, and the organisation will provide updates on the CEO search as appropriate. Margaret Buswell, Chair of the Board, commented, "On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank Malinda for her unwavering dedication and commitment to CinefestOZ over the last 15 years. Malinda’s leadership and hard work have been instrumental in growing an iconic Festival, that is nationally and internationally respected. Malinda has played a key role in delivering an education program for regional school children and a well-regarded First nations program, IndigifestOZ. We acknowledge and are grateful for Malinda’s immense contribution and sincerely wish her the best in her future endeavours.”
- [CinefestOZ Albany returns this April 27 -30](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-albany-returns-this-april-27-30/): CinefestOZ Albany will come back to the Great Southern for its third year from 27- 30 April.
- [CINESNAPS SHORT FILM COMPETITION 2023 LAUNCHES](https://cinefestoz.com/cinesnaps-short-film-competition-2023-now-launches/): Young creatives across regional WA will once again don filmmaking caps as CinefestOZ announces THE SWITCH as the theme for the 2023 Cinesnaps Short Film Competition, open to secondary students from the South West, Great Southern, Geraldton and Broome.
- [MEET FIRST NATIONS FINEST AT CINEFESTOZ BROOME FREE COMMUNITY EVENTS!](https://cinefestoz.com/meet-first-nations-finest-at-cinefestoz-broome-free-community-events/): Jub Clerc, Taryne Laffar, Danielle MacLean, Kelton Pell, Ngaire Pigram, Mark Coles Smith, Mitch Torres and Tasma Walton are just some of Australia's finest First Nations filmmakers who will be celebrating WA’s inaugural First Nations Film Festival when it kicks off this Thursday 3 November to Sunday 6 November.
- [Mark Coles Smith welcomed as CinefestOZ Broome Ambassador](https://cinefestoz.com/mark-coles-smith-welcomed-as-cinefestoz-broome-ambassador/): We are excited to announce talented actor Mark Coles Smith as Ambassador for the inaugural CinefestOZ Broome presented by Goolarri Media, which kicks off next week 3-6 November in Broome in WA’s beautiful Kimberley region.
- [Western Australia’s First Nations Film Festival Program revealed](https://cinefestoz.com/western-australias-first-nations-film-festival-program-revealed/): CinefestOZ Broome - Western Australia's First Nations Film Festival and the first of its kind in the State - today announced the release of our inaugural program, which will run from November 3-6 in partnership with Broome-based media organisation Goolarri Media.
- [Dot West joins CinefestOZ Film Festival Board](https://cinefestoz.com/dot-west-joins-cinefestoz-film-festival-board/): Dot West joins CinefestOZ Film Festival Board
- [OF AN AGE – WINNER OF AUSTRALIA’S RICHEST FILM PRIZE AND SCREEN LEGEND ANNOUNCED](https://cinefestoz.com/of-an-age-winner-of-australias-richest-film-prize-and-screen-legend-announced/): We are proud to announce Of An Age MIFF@CinefestOZ as the winner of Australia's richest annual $100,000 Film Prize, which recognises excellence in the craft of filmmaking from an Australian feature film or feature-length documentary.
- [CINEFESTOZ REVEALS STUDENT CINESNAPS WINNERS](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-reveals-student-cinesnaps-winners/): The film careers of several talented students from Western Australia’s South West region are looking bright following wins last night at our 2022 Cinesnaps Short Film Awards held at The Esplanade Hotel, Busselton 
- [CinefestOZ Short Film Award Winners](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-short-film-award-winners/): Winners of our Short Film Competition were announced last night at Margaret River HEART as part of Australia’s largest destination film festival held from 23-28 August in Western Australia’s beautiful South West.
- [STARS JOIN THE CINEFESTOZ FILM PRIZE JURY ](https://cinefestoz.com/stars-join-the-cinefestoz-film-prize-jury/): We have uncovered the full line up of Jury members who will decide on the winner of the prestigious $100,000 Film Prize - the country’s richest film award for an Australian production - recognising excellence in Australian filmmaking at this year’s event.
- [CINEFESTOZ REVEALS STUDENT CINESNAPS FINALISTS ](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-reveals-student-cinesnaps-finalists/): Today we announced the students from Albany, Bunbury, Busselton and Margaret River who are finalists in the 2022 Cinesnaps Short FIlm Competition and will have their short films shown as part of the full CinefestOZ program, 23-28 August. 
- [CinefestOZ Short Film Awards Finalists Revealed](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-short-film-awards-finalists-revealed/): CinefestOZ Short Film Award Finalists Revealed
- [CINEFESTOZ ANNOUNCES WESTERN AUSTRALIAN PREMIERE OF AUSTRALIAN FILM BLAZE](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-announces-western-australian-premiere-of-australian-film-blaze/): Renowned Australian fine artist and director Del Kathryn Barton is set to visit Bunbury during our festival this year - 23 to 28 August - to celebrate the Western Australian premiere of her film Blaze. 
- [Film Prize Finalists!](https://cinefestoz.com/film-prize-finalists/): We are excited about the four uniquely Australian films in the running to win Australia’s coveted $100,000 annual film prize at our 2022 Festival (23 to 28 August) in the stunning South West.
- [CinefestOZ secures next round of Screen Australia funding!](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-secures-next-round-of-screen-australia-funding/): This will go towards our Main festival, CinefestOZ Albany and our latest addition, CinefestOZ Broome: a collaboration with Goolarri Media.
- [CINEFESTOZ LAUNCHES A FILM PROGRAM LIKE NO OTHER ](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-launches-a-film-program-like-no-other/): Today we are thrilled to announce the release of our  2022 program featuring an epic 270 film screenings and events - and the appointment of award-winning actor, writer, producer and director Richard Roxburgh as Chair of the Jury that will award the prestigious $100,000 Film Prize.
- [Pre-Release Tickets On Sale!](https://cinefestoz.com/pre-release-tickets-on-sale/): We are so excited to announce the pre-release of tickets today to celebrate its 15th year showcasing some of Australia’s greatest films in WA’s beautiful South West.
- [That’s A Wrap!](https://cinefestoz.com/thats-a-wrap/): CinefestOZ Albany wrapped up last week! 
- [FIRST CINEFESTOZ ALBANY INDUSTRY WORKSHOP REVEALED](https://cinefestoz.com/first-cinefestoz-albany-industry-workshop-revealed/):  Our Industry Program Workshop in Albany on Friday April 29, will offer for the first time interviews and Q & A sessions with local and visiting filmmakers. This will put a spotlight on the opportunities to share Australian stories, through film in the Great Southern and state-wide.  
- [LOTTERYWEST GRANT](https://cinefestoz.com/lotterywest-grant/): CinefestOZ is pleased to receive funding from Lotterywest, which will contribute to the expansion of Down South and Great Southern festival events this year.
- [ALBANY AMBASSADORS](https://cinefestoz.com/albany-ambassadors/): Karla Hart has said 'yes' to the role of Albany Ambassador, agreeing to represent the Great Southern as an acclaimed filmmaker. 
- [GET YOUR CINEPASS!](https://cinefestoz.com/get-your-cinepass/): Our CinefestOZ Albany Cinepass is your ticket to exclusive events and films over a four day getaway in the screen-worthy Great Southern. 
- [CINEFESTOZ ALBANY FILM PROGRAM AND TICKET SALES ANNOUNCED](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-albany-film-program-and-ticket-sales-announced/): We are very proud to announce our 2022 CinefestOZ Albany Film Program, bringing you a range of screenings plus the unique Kinjarling Koort event, setting the scene for the excitement to come in the Great Southern next month.

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- [CinefestOZ Exhibition at the HEART](https://cinefestoz.com/destination/plan-your-adventure/whats-on-margaret-river/cinefestoz-exhibition-at-the-heart/): CINEFESTOZ EXHIBITION @ THE HEART CinefestOZ Exhibition @ The HEART Film meets art at the HEART. This CinefestOZ, Margaret River HEART becomes a celebration of Australian stories on screen, on the walls and beyond. Drop in throughout the Festival to explore a collection of exhibitions celebrating Australian filmmaking, music, creativity and the stories behind the screen.
  Official Selection at the HEART See Australian filmmaking through a different lens with a collection of striking movie stills from the CinefestOZ 2026 Official Selection — capturing the characters, landscapes and cinematic moments that bring this year’s films to life. Jebediah: Are We Okay?
To celebrate Opening Night at the HEART and the screening of Jebediah: Are We Okay?, explore a special curation of Jebediah posters, memorabilia and more celebrating one of Australia’s most beloved bands.
 
From exploding onto the Australian music scene in the ’90s to three decades of music, friendship and creativity, the exhibition offers another glimpse into the story of a band that grew up - but never grew apart. Short Films at the HEART Discover a collection of beautifully crafted Australian short films, bringing big stories to the screen in small packages. Thoughtful, compelling and beautifully told, these films showcase the creativity, craft and power of great storytelling. Come to the HEART and stay for the art.
Explore the exhibitions while CinefestOZ takes over Margaret River HEART with screenings, special events, First Nations experiences and plenty more across the Festival. SEE MORE MARGARET RIVER EVENTS
- [Next Gen Memberships](https://cinefestoz.com/film-submissions-line-up/next-gen-memberships/): Created exclusively for under-26s; this membership gives young film fans access to discounted tickets across CinefestOZ screenings and events, making it easier than ever to dive into incredible Australian and international cinema. From indie gems, thought-provoking documentaries to crowd favourites and special premieres, there’s always something new to experience.
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- [Plan Your Adventure](https://cinefestoz.com/destination/plan-your-adventure/): Planning a trip to the beaut South West this festival? Here are some handy tips and hot leads for your CinefestOZ adventure in 2026!
- [2026 Film Prize Journey](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-film-prize-journey/): CinefestOZ /
- [2026 Deadly Day](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-deadly-day/): Deadly events celebrate the richness of First Nations storytelling through a vibrant program of film, music, dance, art, culture and community. These free events shine a spotlight on the extraordinary talents of First Nations filmmakers, artists, performers and storytellers, creating a welcoming space to connect, listen and celebrate together.
- [2026 Short Films](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-short-films/): With so much talent on the rise in 2026, many of the highlights of CinefestOZ are to be found in our tasty Short Film Program.
- [2026 Film Wine](https://cinefestoz.com/2026-film-wine/): Great films deserve great wine. Thanks to our friends at Forester Estate, you can elevate your festival experience by pairing selected films with premium Margaret River wines, thoughtfully matched to compliment the stories on screen. 
- [What’s On Busselton](https://cinefestoz.com/destination/plan-your-adventure/whats-on-busselton/): Busselton is a hot-spot of activity during CinefestOZ! From free community events and a generous spread of general screenings to red carpet events and awards nights, there's a whole lot to choose from! 
- [What’s On Bunbury](https://cinefestoz.com/destination/plan-your-adventure/whats-on-bunbury/): Bunbury turns up the volume during CinefestOZ, with a vibrant program of free community events, schools activities, First Nations celebrations, live music, special screenings and Australia's best new films.
- [What’s On Margaret River](https://cinefestoz.com/destination/plan-your-adventure/whats-on-margaret-river/): Margaret River celebrates storytelling in all its forms as CinefestOZ takes over the HEART. From Opening Night festivities and inspiring First Nations experiences to exhibitions, special screenings and unforgettable Australian films, there's something for every film lover.
- [On Sale Now](https://cinefestoz.com/2026onsale/):  
- [ON THE ROAD](https://cinefestoz.com/on-the-road/): From big screen hits to homegrown stories, CinefestOZ On the Road is set to bring Reel Adventure across regional Western Australia with FREE Movie Screenings and Cinesnaps School Workshops, running May to June 2026.
- [CinefestOZ Film Festival](https://cinefestoz.com/cinefestoz-film-festival-sa/): In the spirit of reconciliation, CinefestOZ acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
- [VIP](https://cinefestoz.com/vip/): // console.log(' Mount element and props element found. Parsing props...');
- [highlights](https://cinefestoz.com/highlights/): HIGHLIGHTS Support CinefestOZ this AusArts Giving Day READ MORE 21 Oct 2025 Film Prize Winner & Screen Legend READ MORE 07 Sep SHORT FILM WINNERS READ MORE 06 Sep WIFT WRITERS SELECTED READ MORE 27 Aug CinefestOZ Albany is back for 2025! READ MORE 26 Aug DEADLY DAYS READ MORE 26 Aug SHORT FILM FINALISTS READ MORE 23 Aug JURY ANNOUNCED READ MORE 16 Aug The Wait Is Over: The CinefestOZ 2026 Program Has Arrived read more 2026 CinefestOZ Film Prize Finalists Announced read more CinefestOZ Passes On Sale Now for 2026 read more Announcing On the Road read more CinefestOZ returns 28th August- 6th September 2026 read more Support CinefestOZ this AusArts Giving Day read more 2025 Film Prize Winner & Screen Legend read more SHORT FILM WINNERS read more WIFT WRITERS SELECTED read more CinefestOZ Albany is back for 2025! read more DEADLY DAYS read more SHORT FILM FINALISTS read more JURY ANNOUNCED read more NEW PATRONS read more STUDENT FINALISTS read more GUIDE TO SHORT FILM SETS read more CINEPASSES ON SALE read more BEST MUSIC VIDEO 2025 read more
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- [Broome](https://cinefestoz.com/broome/): Set in the centre of Broome, the festival comprises a mix of feature film screenings and special events spread across cinemas and venues. The festival will celebrate the importance of on-screen storytelling in connecting communities and fostering reconciliation in the Kimberley and beyond, giving attendees the opportunity to experience in- conversation filmmaker discussions centred around championing First Nations stories.
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- [Western Australian Museum: Distant Discoveries](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/western-australian-museum-distant-discoveries/): CinefestOZ /
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- [Learn & Connect](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/): CinefestOZ /
- [Holy Foley](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/holy-foley/): CinefestOZ /
- [Strengthening First Nations Storytelling](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/indigifestoz-pods/strengthening-first-nations-storytelling/): CinefestOZ /
- [Australianness: The On and Offshore of it!](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/australianness-the-on-and-offshore-of-it/): CinefestOZ /
- [BINGE: Meet the Streamers](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/binge-meet-the-streamer/): CinefestOZ /
- [Editing: Getting to Know the Software](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/editing-getting-to-know-the-software/): CinefestOZ /
- [Industry Session: No Stories About Us Without Us!](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/indigifestoz-pods/industry-session-no-stories-about-us-without-us/): CinefestOZ /
- [Premium Pods](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/): CinefestOZ /
- [General Pods](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/): CinefestOZ /
- [Industry Session: Our Voices on Screen #2](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/indigifestoz-pods/industry-session-our-voices-on-screen-2/): CinefestOZ /
- [Industry Session – Our Voices on Screen #1](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/indigifestoz-pods/industry-session-our-voices-on-screen-1-2/): CinefestOZ /
- [Industry Session – Creative Licensing in Music Documentaries](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/industry-session-creative-licensing-in-music-documentaries/): CinefestOZ /
- [Bringing it Home](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/bringing-it-home/): CinefestOZ /
- [Where Are They Now?](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/digital-pod-where-are-they-now/): CinefestOZ /
- [Director’s Approach with Antony Webb](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/directors-approach-with-antony-webb/): CinefestOZ /
- [Down to Earth: Short Film Experience](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/down-to-earth-short-film-experience/): CinefestOZ /
- [I Want To Make A Film About Women](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/digital-pod-i-want-to-make-a-film-about-women/): CinefestOZ /
- [Photos in Film](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/photos-in-film/): CinefestOZ /
- [The Power of Sound](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/digital-pod-the-power-of-sound/): CinefestOZ /
- [CinefestOZ Film Festival](https://cinefestoz.com/): With so much talent on the rise in 2026, many of the highlights of CinefestOZ are to be found in our tasty Short Film Sets and Awards.
- [Book to Screen Adaptations](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/digital-pods-book-to-screen-adaptations/): CinefestOZ /
- [The Internet and Your Digital Footprint](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/digital-pod-the-internet-and-your-digital-footprint/): CinefestOZ /
- [Short Film Competition](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cinesnaps/short-film-awards/): CinefestOZ /
- [Sessions](https://cinefestoz.com/sessions/): // console.log(' Mount element and props element found. Parsing props...');
- [“Lifetime Guarantree” Short Film](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/digital-pod-lifetime-guarantree-short-film/): CinefestOZ /
- [Where Are They Now?](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/premium-pods/digital-pod-where-are-they-now/): CinefestOZ /
- [Living Regionally](https://cinefestoz.com/learn-connect/cineonline/general-pods/digital-pod-living-regionally/): CinefestOZ /
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- [Cinesnaps Masterclass](https://cinefestoz.com/shoot-to-win-myles-pollard-masterclass/cinesnaps-masterclass/): CinefestOZ /
- [Film Prize Finalists](https://cinefestoz.com/about/festival-awards/film-prize-jury/): CinefestOZ /
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- [FERVE NAV](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/ferve-nav/): home all events wishlist cart my account
- [FERVE WIDGET BLOCK](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/ferve-widget-block/):  
- [BelsBlock_musicvideo](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/belsblock_musicvideo/): Budding music video filmmakers can now enter the CinefestOZ Film Festival Awards under an exciting new category—BEST MUSIC VIDEO for 2025!
- [whats on by town](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/whats-on-by-town/): Our film festival is packed! There's: Deadly Days, Blind Dates, Drag Queen Hosts, Red Carpets, Celebrities, After Parties, Dancers Musicians & DJs, Youth Film Prize, Documentaries, and so many films. Select your town to see what is happening near you.
- [free screenings](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/free-screenings/): FREE SCREENINGS
A feast of free feature, documentary and short films to share the magic of home grown stories from Australian creatives. A free event, no tickets are required.  MARGARET RIVER BUSSELTON BUNBURY AUGUSTA
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- [CinefestOZ Presenting Partner](https://cinefestoz.com/blocks/cinefestoz-presenting-partner/): PRESENTING PARTNER

## Portfolio
- [Edwina Waddy](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/edwina-waddy/): Head of Australian Content | Roadshow Films | Cineconnect
- [Mike Jones](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/mike-jones-2/): Industry Conference Guest Speaker
- [Brooke Silcox](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/brooke-silcox/): Brooke Silcox is an award-winning Western Australian filmmaker and founder of No Thing Productions. Her films have screened at more than 200 international film festivals and been commissioned by SBS, ABC, ARTE and PBS. Her producing credits include Freedom Swimmer, RocKabul, Judas Collar, Meal Tickets and Jebediah: Are We OK?. Brooke is passionate about bold, character-driven stories that explore identity, community and social change, and about championing Western Australian filmmaking.
- [Rachel House](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/rachel-house-2/): Jury Member
- [Michael Favelle](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/michael-favelle/): Sales Agent / Producer
- [Vanessa Thornton](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/vanessa-thornton/): Documentary Subject - Jebediah: Are We Okay?
- [Mirrah Foulkes](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/mirrah-foulkes/): Actor - Wilderness
- [Greer Simpkin](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/greer-simpkin/): Jury Member
- [Philippa Campey](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/philippa-campey/): Producer - Sweet Milk Lake
- [Kristina Ceyton](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/kristina-ceyton/): Producer - The Fox
- [Melanie Ansley](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/melanie-ansley/): Producer - Yesterday Island
- [Harvey Zielinski](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/harvey-zielinski/): Writer/Director/Actor/Producer - Sweet Milk Lake
- [Sam Voutas](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/sam-voutas/): Director - Yesterday Island
- [Florence Noble](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/florence-noble/): Actor - Yesterday Island
- [Dario Russo](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/dario-russo/): Writer, Director, Editor, Composer - The Fox
- [Yael Stone](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/yael-stone/): Actor - Wilderness
- [Damon Herriman](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/damon-herriman/): Actor - The Fox, Candy Bar
- [Kelly Bergsma](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/kelly-bergsma/): Director & Producer - Invisible Injuries
- [Andy Fermo](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/andy-fermo/): Charity Founder - Invisible Injuries
- [Tegan Higginbotham](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/tegan-higginbotham/): Writer/Actor - Gnomes
- [Darren Gilshenan](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/darren-gilshenan/): Actor - Gnomes
- [Arlo Cook](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/arlo-cook/): Writer/Director/Editor - Jebediah: Are We OK?
- [Chanel Bowen](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/chanel-bowen-2/): Producer - Hard As Puck
- [Donna Chang](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/donna-chang-2/): Commissioning Editor - Stan
- [Greg Denning](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/greg-denning/): Distributor
- [Joel Taylor](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/joel-taylor/): Lead of Beyond the Break
- [Noel Cleary](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/noel-cleary/): Director, Animation Director, Story Artist and Animator
- [Lee Tiger Halley](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/lee-tiger-halley/): Actor
- [Caleb Graham](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/caleb-graham/): Filmmaker and Cinematographer
- [Peter Skinner](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/peter-skinner/): Writer, Director, Producer, and Editor
- [Rachel House](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/rachel-house/): DEADLY DAY RETROSPECTIVE GUEST
- [Jonathan Page](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/jonathan-page/): Jury Member
- [Lana Greenhalgh](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/lana-greenhalgh/): DIRECTOR OF SCRIPTED ORIGINALS - FOXTEL
- [Yasmin Kassim](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/yasmin-kassim/): Writer, Comedian and Actor
- [Brooke Blurton](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/brooke-blurton/): ACTOR - IT WILL FIND YOU 
- [Clarence Ryan](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/clarence-ryan/): Actor   
- [Pallavi Sharda](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/pallavi-sharda/): Actress - One More Shot 
- [Shari Sebbens](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/shari-sebbens/): Jury Member 
- [Frances O’Connor](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/frances-oconnor/): Jury Member 
- [Nathalie Morris](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/nathalie-morris/): Film Prize Jury   
- [Wayne Blair](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/wayne-blair-2/): Film Prize Jury  
- [Richard Roxburgh](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/richard-roxburgh/): Festival Patron
- [Jub Clerc](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/jub-clerc-2/): Jub is a Nyul Nyul/Yawuru woman from the Kimberley in WA. A WAAPA graduate, Jub spent many years in theatre before working on shows such as The Circuit 1 & 2, Bran Nue Dae, Mad Bastards, Satellite Boy, Jandamarra’s War, Jasper Jones and Mystery Road S1.
- [Shalom Almond](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/shalom-almond/): Shalom is an AACTA-nominated and award-winning filmmaker whose trademark lies in her natural ability to form strong and trusting rapport and relationships with her subjects and their environments, which translates directly to the screen.
- [Katrina Lucus](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/katrina-lucus/): As a creative producer Katrina’s work has been broadcast on SBS, ABC, Al Jazeera English and screened at Sundance Film Festival.
- [Tom Avison](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/tom-avison/): Tom Avison was formerly the Director of Operations at Sky Studios Elstree in London; regarded as one of the UK’s newest, most modern, sustainable, and innovative screen facilities. 
- [Kelvin Munro](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/kelvin-munro/): Kelvin is a film producer and co-owner of WA production company The Penguin Empire, which produced We Bury the Dead, premiering at SXSW 2025.
- [Shay Spencer](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/shay-spencer/): Shay Spencer is an award-winning producer who has worked on over 140 hours of television drama. She started her career as director’s attachment on Jonathan Teplitzsky’s feature film, BURNING MAN, before stepping into producing via an attachment on Stephan Elliott’s A FEW BEST MEN. She worked with Oscar, Golden Globe and BAFTA award winning producers, Douglas Wick and Lucy Fisher on Baz Luhrmann’s THE GREAT GATSBY before joining Fremantle in 2012.
- [Brett Popplewell](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/brett-popplewell/): Brett Popplewell is an Emmy and AACTA-nominated producer with over 35 years of experience in premium television and film across Australia, the U.S., and international markets. With more than A$800 million in production value and over 500 hours of scripted content, he has worked with every major Australian commissioner and helped bring high-profile U.S. and UK projects to local screens. His diverse slate includes acclaimed series like Heartbreak High, Wentworth, The Starter Wife, Salem’s Lot, and the AFI-winning Bastard Boys, which he co-created. His film credits include Daybreakers, Bait 3D, Sanctum (co-produced with James Cameron), and the Deepsea Challenge 3D documentary for Cameron and National Geographic. 
- [Merlin Eden](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/merlin-eden/): Merlin Eden is an award-winning editor, designer, and visual effects supervisor with over 20 years’ experience.
- [Jon Kuyper](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/jon-kuyper/): Jon began producing films for Roger Corman in Los Angeles inthe ‘90s and has overseen production on more than seventy-fivefeatures worldwide. 
- [Imogen Banks](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/imogen-banks/): Known for her work championing strong female characters and exploring complex narratives in a relatable way, Imogen Banks has produced multiple acclaimed Australian series, including OFFSPRING, RFDS, PUBERTY BLUES, THE BEAUTIFUL LIE, TANGLE, SISTERS, PARTY TRICKS and GALLIPOLI. 
- [Kathryn Lefroy](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/kathryn-lefroy/): Kathryn Lefroy is a screenwriter and author. Her heartwarming family film Whale Shark Jack hits screens in 2026, and she’s developing a slate of film and TV projects with producers around the globe.
- [Megan Palinkas](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/megan-palinkas/): Megan Palinkas hails from Fremantle, Western Australia. Before becoming a screenwriter, she sampled a sushi train of professions from music teacher to outback bartender. 
- [Phil Lloyd](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/phil-lloyd/): Phil has created numerous television comedies, including the cult classics Review With Myles Barlow and A Moody Christmas, and most recently Population 11, filmed in the West Kimberley.
- [Genevieve Hofmeyr](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/genevieve-hofmeyr/): Genevieve Hofmeyr is widely regarded as one of South Africa’s most accomplished Producers, who has made a significant contribution to the growth of the entertainment industry in South Africa by procuring more than 80 international projects across the spectrum of film production including major US studio projects, independent co-productions, episodic television series as well as indigenous South African films and television. Pioneer of foreign production in South Africa, Genevieve has been integral in putting South Africa on the map as a production destination for Hollywood and other international territories.   
- [Stephen Jenner](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/stephen-jenner/): Stephen Jenner is Vice President, Communications, Asia-Pacific for the Motion Picture Association. 
- [Yaara Bou Melhem](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/yaara-bou-melhem/): Director / Producer
- [Andrew Farrell](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/andrew-farrell/): Director
- [Dawn Jackson](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/dawn-jackson/): Filmmaker
- [Ian Hale](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/ian-hale/): Executive Producer/Distributor
- [Katrina Lucas](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/katrina-lucas/): Producer
- [Nicholas Clifford](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/nicholas-clifford/): Director
- [Courtney Mulvay](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/courtney-mulvay/): Cinesnaps Jury 
- [Sophia Mogford](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/sophia-mogford/): Head of Scripted Content & Comedy, Paramount (ANZ)
- [Alex Baldwin](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/alex-baldwin/): Head of Screen - ABC 
- [Mike Jones](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/mike-jones/): Development Executive, Scripted Production
- [Amanda Clarke](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/amanda-clarke/): Investment Manager, Minderoo Pictures
- [Malinda Wink](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/malinda-wink-2/): Executive Director, Minderoo Pictures
- [Donna Chang](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/donna-chang/): Commissioning Editor, Stan 
- [Sean Keenan](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/sean-keenan/): Actor: ONE MORE SHOT (2025 Finalist) 
- [Bernadette O’Mahony](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/bernadette-omahony/): Executive Producer
- [Travis Jeffery](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/travis-jeffery-2/): Actor
- [Maria Angelico](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/maria-angelico/): Actor
- [Zoe Pepper](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/zoe-pepper/): Director/Writer
- [Zak Hilditch](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/zak-hilditch-3/): Writer/Director
- [WE BURY THE DEAD](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/we-bury-the-dead/): coming soon....
- [SONGS INSIDE](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/songs-inside/): Coming soon...
- [ONE MORE SHOT](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/one-more-shot/): COMING SOON....
- [BIRTHRIGHT](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/birthright/): Coming very soon...
- [Mia Wasikowska](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/mia-wasikowska/): Mia Wasikowska is an actor, director and writer with nearly a two-decade long journey in the entertainment industry. Mia made her directorial debut with LONG, CLEAR VIEW, a segment of THE TURNING anthology film, based on Tim Winton’s novel, which was nominated for an AACTA Award in 2013. She followed this with AFTERBIRTH, a segment of MADLY, an international anthology of short films featuring innovative love stories, which premiered at the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival. In 2019, Mia made her main stage theatre debut as Ralph in the Sydney Theatre Company’s production of LORD OF THE FLIES, directed by Kip Williams. Mia has also received the Hollywood Breakthrough Actress of the Year Award and the Australians in Film Breakthrough Award.
- [Deborah Riley](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/deborah-riley/): Deborah Riley is a four-time Emmy award winning production designer and art director. Her portfolio includes award-winning film and television sets like Game of Thrones, 21 Grams and Moulin Rouge! Her first breakthrough into film came in the late 1990s when she was hired as a set designer for The Matrix. The film broke new ground in the world of visual effects and won four Academy Awards. In 2013, Ms Riley secured a position as Production Designer for cult TV series Game of Thrones, a show which has been widely cited as one of the most successful television shows in history due to its film-like production values with intricately detailed set design and elaborate locations. During this time, she managed an art department in excess of 100 people, across multiple countries.
- [Deborah Liebling](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/deborah-liebling/): Deborah Liebling is an influential US film and television producer and studio executive. As chief development and production executive (Head of Original Programming) for Comedy Central she was solely responsible for the development and realisation of the cultural phenomenon South Park. At Universal Pictures she was President of Production for hit films Bridesmaids, Pitch Perfect and TED. Most recently, she produced Columbia Pictures’ 65, starring Adam Driver and JULES, starring Sir Ben Kingsley, which won the Audience Award at the 2023 Sonoma Film Festival. She is currently Executive Produce with FOX, Netflix and Nickelodeon and an active Board member of Women In Film, the Producers Guild of America, the Television Academy, and is an ambassador for Reframe (an organization that works with 50 Hollywood leaders to further gender parity in the entertainment industry).
- [Femke den Haas](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/femke-den-haas/): Born in Cameroon on 8 September 1977, Femke den Haas (she/her) is of Dutch origin and hasbeen a firm advocate for animal rights since the moment she could talk, protesting againstanimal abuse and rescuing street animals on every occasion. As a teenager and young adult,she volunteered at animal and wildlife rescues in the Netherlands, Greece, Venezuela,Kalimantan and Guinea.Femke studied veterinary nursing and was always more attracted to working in the field thansitting behind a desk. In 2002 she moved to Jakarta to run an emergency centre for wildlifewhich was confiscated through smuggling at the airport or port and in 2004 she co-foundedJakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN), Femke and her band of conservationists work endlessly to protect Indonesianwildlife and to improve animal welfare, enlisting the help of individuals andIndonesian authorities to rescue animals from exploitation and to decrease the trade inendangered wildlife. Femke has worked alongside with Ric O'Barry of Dolphin Project, openingthe 1st dolphin rehabilitation centre in the world. Her book 'Swim Free' about this 3-yearmission is currently being published.Femke lives her 12-year-old son Rio and Indonesian husband who is also an animal rescuer.In 2021 musician Warren Ellisdecided to support Femke and her team of wildlifeconservationists and this was the start of a real passion project, EllisPark, a wildlifesanctuary in Southern Sumatran Forests.
- [ANDY BARCLAY](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/andy-barclay/): Andy Barclay is the Manager of Business & Legal Affairs at Screen Producers Australia, where he provides members with industrial and commercial advice along all stages of development and production. Andy is also involved in SPA’s policy and advocacy work. Before joining SPA, he practiced as a production lawyer at Cole Media & Entertainment Law in Sydney.
- [GRADY HABIB](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/grady-habib/): Grady Habib is the Managing Director at Sandbox and Soundbyte. 
- [Leah Purcell](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/leah-purcell/): Actor | Director
- [WINNER – The Moogai](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/winner-the-moogai/): Sarah and Fergus, a hopeful young Aboriginal couple, give birth to their second baby. But what should be a joyous time of their lives becomes sinister when Sarah starts seeing a malevolent spirit she is convinced is trying to take her baby. Fergus, who can’t see it but desperately wants to believe her, grows increasingly worried as she becomes more unbalanced. Is the child-stealing spirit real or is she in fact the biggest threat to the safety of their family? Adapting his own outstanding short film, multi-award winning screenwriter-director Jon Bell brings this compelling and utterly unique film to Australian screens. The Moogai has a clear-sighted view of how the trauma of the Stolen Generations blends with motherhood-anxiety. Genre films have long dealt with ideas of grief and loss; with The Moogai, Australia now has one of the finest examples, all of our own. 
- [Runt](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/runt/): In the dusty country town of Upson Downs, 11-year-old Annie Shearer and her best friend Runt are inseparable. Runt can perform the most astonishing tricks, yet this is something that only Annie knows since Runt tends to get a little shy around other humans.   Meanwhile, it hasn’t rained for some time and mean Earl Robert-Barren threatens Annie’s family’s farm by selfishly controlling the town’s water supply. An unlikely opportunity, at the Krumpets Dog Show in London, may be the answer to Annie’s family’s prayers.  Director John Sheedy (CinefestOZ 2019 Film Prize Winner H is for Happiness) is back with another delicious slice of bright Australiana. Sheedy has teamed up with writer Craig Silvey (Jasper Jones, Honeybee), who here adapts his own best-selling 2022 novel of the same name for the screen. Jai Courtney, Deborah Mailman, Celeste Barber, Jack Thompson bring colour to the outstanding ensemble cast. 
- [Audrey MIFF@CinefestOZ](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/audrey-miffcinefestoz/): Married couple Ronnie and Cormack have, with their teenage daughters Audrey and Norah, long-since lapsed into some unusual habits. High energy mum Ronnie has dreamed of becoming an actress forever but now mostly lives that dream through Audrey, who couldn’t care less. Meanwhile affable dad Cormack can’t stop pursuing his libido – as discreetly as he can... which is, not very discreetly.   Audrey’s brilliant ensemble cast includes Jackie van Beek (What We Do In The Shadows), Jeremy Lindsay Taylor (The Dry) and Josephine Blazier (True History of the Kelly Gang). With just the right mix of suburban desperation leading to some laugh-out-loud moments, Audrey is 2024’s top-tier black Aussie comedy. 
- [Memoir of a Snail MIFF@CinefestOZ](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/memoir-of-a-snail-miffcinefestoz/): Oscar-winner Adam Elliot, one of Australia’s greatest filmmaking treasures, returns with an outstanding second feature.   Memoir of a Snail concerns Grace Pudel (voiced by Sarah Snook), a reclusive woman who has been let down in life. Hiding away from the world, Grace tries to content herself with romance novels, hoarding of ornamental snails, and guinea pigs. With Grace in Canberra and her beloved long-lost twin brother in Perth, life seems as constrained and slow as that of her beloved snails.  But life always throws up surprises, and just as things have slowed to a crawl, extraordinary octogenarian Pinky (Jacki Weaver) enters, stage left... Following Elliot’s other incredible hand-crafted tales of thwarted love Mary and Max (2009), Harvie Krumpet (2003) and Ernie Biscuit (2015) Memoir of a Snail tugs at the heartstrings with its great swell of devotion, craft and joy. 
- [Malinda Wink](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/malinda-wink/):  
- [Alex White](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/alex-white/):  
- [Jack LaTorre](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/jack-latorre/):  
- [Lily LaTorre](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/lily-latorre/):  
- [Sal Balharrie](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/sal-balharrie/):  
- [Ross McCullum](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/ross-mccullum/): Director | Producer | FLOW: The Art of Horatio T Birdbath
- [Horatio Birdbath](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/horatio-birdbath/): Artist |FLOW: The Art of Horatio T Birdbath 
- [Melanie Maclou](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/melanie-maclou/): Melanie Maclou, a practicing public artist since 2008, is known for her vibrant sculptures showcased in Western Australia and internationally. Her work beautifully contrasts feminine concepts, organic and delicate forms with large-scale, masculine, and industrial steel, aluminium, and concrete. This interplay between two worlds results in stunning, nature-inspired giant flora and fauna. Melanie's mission is to evoke a sense of wonder and awe for nature, encouraging others to become custodians of our land. 
- [Georgia Zoric](https://cinefestoz.com/featured_item/georgia-zoric/): Sculpture Artist |Busselton Jetty - A Sea of Discovery