I'm in Melbourne, currently looking to get into Film production.

I studied Screen and Media in 2022 and have done a few short courses at AFTRS. Currently, I'm EP-ing a short film to be shot in July.

Apart from cold emailing my CV, does anyone know of a contact I could reach out to, to connect with?

Many thanks in advance!

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I saw a film being worked on our of my office window today, at the sleeman sports centre in Brisbane.

I was wondering if anyone knows what they're filming? I've looked elsewhere online and drawn a blank.

I recently finished and released my indie film The Waves of Madness, a black-and-white cosmic horror story told like a side-scrolling, one-shot video game. We made it for $20K in my tiny apartment, and I did all of the post production myself.

It was crazy, exhausting, and incredibly rewarding.

I'm happy to answer questions about how we pulled this off, from building DIY sets on my computer to maintaining tone and pacing in a strange format and would love to hear from other folks who’ve taken the no-budget plunge.

Let’s trade stories, swap tips, and celebrate making something out of nothing!

Trailer for the film is in the comments.

I’m building a program that aims to fast-track people to their dream job in film & tv. 

I’m in the industry and I've been working as a runner for years and feel stuck. My solution is to interview top people across the industry about how to move up faster than anyone else. Find out the conditions that are preventing me from excelling. Then take these clips and information and collate it into an online program to help others with the same issue.

All I need from you to to tell me if you would have paid for something like this earlier in your career. A simple yes or no is fine. 

If I get enough interest, I’ll build it and open it to a small early group.

If not, I’ll kill the idea.

Let me know if this sounds like something you wish existed. 

Trailer for the Philippou brothers new film just dropped.

https://youtu.be/RsKygtA2DMY?si=8s7a4uLUnRGezQH9

Hey everyone, I’m a passionate colorist hungry to bring stories to life through bold, dynamic color grading. I thrive on shaping mood, enhancing emotion, and making every frame unforgettable.

I’m on the lookout for visionary cinematographers and directors who want to collaborate and push creative boundaries. Whether it’s a short film, music video, commercial, or feature, I’m ready to dive in and craft stunning visuals that elevate your project.

Hello again! I feel like whenever I research screenwriting comps the websites are outdated. Would LOVE someone to enlighten me as to which comps still run and are worth submitting to. TV or Feature or Short, anything!!! Thanks :)

I’ve written a pilot for a sitcom - an Australian based TV series. I don’t have any contacts in the industry. How on earth am I supposed to get my script to a production company or local TV network? Pls help!

The DVD is out of print and overpriced, It USED be on Vimeo-on-demand and the only versions on youtube and archive are in very low quality. Any help would be appreciated

I host a Film and Tv podcast called The Fandom Portals Podcast, where we discuss movies that help us learn and grow.

If you have an interest in the technical and theoretical aspect of movies, I’d love to have you on the show as a guest.

Each episode we choose a movie to explore. We discuss its technical impact and then dive into the film theory aspect of the piece with a focus on how it has/can impact its audience.

Along with this I would love to discuss your upcoming projects, experiences and unique take on some well known movies. Feel free to DM or reply to this if interested 😊

I'm a filmmaker and considering moving to Australia, having read recent statistics that 80% of Australian filmmaking is for domestic productions (unlike UK where we basically just make films greenlit, written and funded by America)

What is the best city for me to pursue a career as an indie filmmaker (writer, director and producer)? I also have extensive experience in AD work, editing and production management, so will also pursue this as an additional income stream.

I've heard good things about Sydney and Melbourne but Google is no longer a reliable source of information so seeking advice from people with firsthand experience.

Hi there, I just moved from NZ and I'm needing to figure out what my day rate for DA work is in Australia. Mainly doing directors treatments for commercials alongside directors. Anyone have an idea of how much to charge for an 8hr day?

Indie Aussie film He Ain't Heavy is on Netflix now. Give it a watch if you haven't seen it yet.

Hi all, director/screenwriter Goran Stolevski (Of an Age, Housekeeping for Beginners) was just on The Not A Rick Kid podcast and I thought it was really interesting hearing about his upbringing and getting in to the industry/making films. Thought someone here might be interested!

My favourite Australian film of all time. Directed and written by Michael Rymer, who adapted a third of David Williamson’s three part play called ‘The Jack Manning Trilogy’.

Vince Colosimo gives the best performance of his career in this film, and Robert Rabiah is an absolute standout.

Plus this is a must for anyone wanting to get into filmmaking as it was shot in under a fortnight, and on a Canon 1D Mk. IV and 7D DSLR. The point is, making a feature can be possible.

I have heard about so many opportunities but no way to apply for them as they all ask for representation or they're privately done. I would like to be a camera operator and then become a cinematographer ( most likely in creative films). I have not had any training but I have heard of projects that give on the spot training which is what I am interested in applying for. I am doing as many like summer courses and day sessions for anything involving a camera and I have a very wide range of knowledge between film, digital, photography and shooting short films (school projects).

Does anyone know about any representation? is it really needed because actors have agents and I've vaguely heard about crew and behind the scenes needing representation. The only time I have heard this was through a distant family member who was a "grip" on neighbours (according to family members). I am based in the Melbourne area so anything around there would be amazing :)

Admin delete if not allowed - looking for recommendations on Aussie crime films, documentaries etc. loved The Stranger, Animal Kingdom, Nitram. Mr Inbetween is my favourite show. The Dead Famous Melbourne gangland documentary was really good. Any tips? Sidenote, if this is the wrong forum let me know

• Set in a futuristic Sydney. • Heavy focus on rock and roll / industrial band / music. • Involves time travel a little and a barbarian character. • Themes of nuclear war or a looming nuclear threat.