Hijabi comedy Halal Gurls scores over 500,000 views on YouTube
Halal Gurls offers a candid look into the lives of three 20-something Hijabis as they endure the unseen everyday culture clash between their faith and desire. We spoke to series creator Vonne Patiag to learn more about the series and its international success.
Wakefield begins filming across the Southern Highlands and Blue Mountains
Rudi Dharmalingam, Mandy McElhinney, and Geraldine Hakewill are leading the cast of new ABC & BBC drama, Wakefield that has started shooting in the Southern Highlands and Blue Mountains.
The Invisible Man is shaping up to be one of the year's biggest horror hits
Opening in cinemas on 26 February, and filmed in Sydney, The Invisible Man showcases a terrifying modern tale of obsession that will make your toes curl!
Production begins on Screen NSW 2020 Screenability shorts ahead of Sydney Film Festival premiere
Anthea Williams, Adam Bowes, and Emily Dash are busy working with their teams on the next season of Screenability short films, which will premiere at the 67th Sydney Film Festival in June, 2020.
Screen NSW spoke with Sydney Mardi Gras Film Festival Director, Lisa Rose, about what films, events, and masterclasses you should not miss at the Festival this month.
Screenability submissions open for 67th Sydney Film Festival
Calling for established or emerging filmmakers with disability to submit authentic stories, films on any subject, any genre – features, documentaries and short films by 28 February, 2020.
Bringing together some of the screen industry’s most innovative and successful professionals to share insights and advice on best practice and current trends. 19-21 March, 2020.
Screenworks Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Scholarship
Each scholarship includes entry to the Business of Producing seminar, entry to the Producer’s Dinner, funding towards transport, and 12-month Screenworks membership.
Five new film cities join the UNESCO Creative Cities Network
The UNESCO Creative Cities Network covers seven creative fields: Crafts and Folk Arts, Media Arts, Film, Design, Gastronomy, Literature and Music and now boasts cities from almost every corner of the world.
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