by FilmInk Staff

Award winning actor and director Rachel Griffiths, prolific US Producer Gary Foster (Sleepless in Seattle, Denial, Community) and acclaimed actor, director, producer, writer and Leah Purcell (Drover’s Wife, Redfern Now), will join filmmakers from across Australia at the CinefestOZ Industry Program in Busselton, Western Australia as part of the 17th annual CinefestOZ Film Festival (Aug 31 – Sep 8).

CinefestOZ CEO Cassandra Jordan said that the two-day program, which runs September 5 to 6 and features presentations, discussion panels and workshops, will focus on learning from respected industry leaders and spotlighting creative successes for the future growth of the Western Australian and national film industry.

“We are fortunate to have multiple industry leaders giving their time to share their knowledge to help the development and growth of the industry,” Ms Jordan said.

“Running alongside the CinefestOZ Film Festival, the Industry Program also provides interstate and international delegates the opportunity to meet our local filmmakers and scope the destination for potential future film locations and productions.

“This event comes at an exciting and important time for Western Australia as we see more films produced in the State, and the development of the new Perth Film Studios.”

INDUSTRY PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

  • In Conversation Rachel Griffiths – award winning Australian actor and filmmaker, and Chair of the 2024 Film Prize Jury, speaks about working both sides of the camera.
  • In Conversation with Leah Purcell – multi talented actor and filmmaker reveals how to get the most out of your screen product.
  • The Power of Television – Sustaining and Transforming the Industry – explore how television can drive industry sustainability and transformation with Gary Foster, Producer, Jackie van Beek, Actor/Writer/ Director, and Renee Webster Writer/Director.
  • Disruption to Democratisation: how AI, remote work and new tech are revolutionising storytelling with Guest Speaker Dan Moller – Meta’s Head of Creative Strategy for the UK. Presented by Business Events Perth.
  • Actor on Actors – celebrated actors Jackie van Beek and Tasma Walton discuss their careers, craft, and the evolving landscape of acting.
  • Directing Feature Documentaries – explore the unique challenges and creative processes behind directing feature-length documentaries with Nel Minchin, Head of Factual, Easy Tiger Productions, Sal Balharrie, Writer/Director/ Producer and Wendy Champagne, Writer/Director.
  • Shorts to Feature – Director Jon Bell (The Moogai) and David Vincent Smith (He Ain’t Heavy) explore the transformative journey from short film to feature film.
  • Growth Through Technology – a forward-thinking session examining how we can use cutting-edge technologies to revolutionise the way stories are crafted and experienced.
  • State of the Studio – learn how Perth Film Studios is shaping up to become a premier destination for screen production.
  • Enhancing Disability Access in Storytelling with Chanel Bowen, Hannah Diviney, Michael Wrenn and Georgia Miller.

About the 2024 Industry Program
The Industry Program, has been developed by CinefestOZ in partnership with the Industry Program Steering Committee and comprises industry leaders:  Jodie Bell – Producer at Ramu Productions; Tracey Corbin – Matchett – CEO at Bus Stop Films; James Grandison – Producer & Line Producer at Arenamedia; Francesca Hope – Producer & Managing Director at Siamese; Melissa Kelly – Producer and Company Founder at Factor 30 Films; Aidan O’Bryan– CEO at WBMC; Julia Redwood – Managing Director at Prospero Productions and Emma Fletcher – Production Designer. With their extensive experience, this group guarantees a comprehensive and well-rounded perspective, ensuring the program not only reflects the latest trends and challenges in the industry but also provides a platform for meaningful discussions and valuable insights.

Download the Industry Program or visit the website for more information and tickets.

The CinefestOZ Industry Program is supported by City of Busselton, South West Development Commission, Screenwest, Business Events Perth, Screen Australia and Edith Cowan University.

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