Australians in Film

We are excited to reveal new speakers for the FUTURE VISION television think tank and conference in Melbourne, and session highlights for the Industry Day on July 17, which is open to the public! But act now if you want to attend in-person, because tickets are almost sold out! The July 15-17 summit at ACMI will feature even more leading creatives behind some of your favorite shows – make sure you swipe through the carousel to see who! These guests join international award-winning Lee Sung Jin (BEEF) and Joanna Calo (THE BEAR), as well as Co-Chairs Bruna Papandrea (BIG LITTLE LIES), Tony Ayres (CLICKBAIT) and Creative Director Rebecca Yeldham (THE GIFT). At a time when the international business model of television is evolving, FUTURE VISION aims to bring these people together to discuss, debate and share their industry experiences, and in doing so, pave a possible way forward. Among the speakers you personally can catch on Day 3 of FUTURE VISION on July 17 are: Tony Ayres, Joanna Calo, John Collee (BOY SWALLOWS UNIVERSE), Robert Connolly (BARRACUDA), Kate Dennis (RUN), Nash Edgerton (MR INBETWEEN), Kitty Flanagan (FISK), Asher Keddie (FAKE), Sarah Lambert (THE LOST FLOWERS OF ALICE HART), Debbie Lee (Matchbox Pictures), Lee Sung Jin, Bruna Papandrea and Sarah Scheller (STRIFE). The program for Day 3 will feature a summary of the findings from Days 1-2, with session highlights including: What Makes Great Bingeable TV; BEEF & THE BEAR: Creators in Conversation; Australian Comedy that is Internationally Funny; Australian Market vs International Market; Transcending “Good Enough” into Great. Go to the link in bio now to secure your spot. FUTURE VISION is presented by @australiansinfilm , @screenaustralia and @wearevicscreen . Guests: Lee Sung Jin @beherelater and Joanna Calo @joannacalo Co-chairs: Bruna Papandrea @brunapapandrea and Tony Ayres @tonyayres Creative director: Rebecca Yeldham @ryeldham Supporting Partner: Tourism Australia @Australia Industry partners: @netflix @stanaustralia @abcaustralia @binge Venue partner: @acmionline Hotel partner: @sofitelmelbourneoncollins

Applications for the 2024 HEATH LEDGER SCHOLARSHIP are NOW OPEN! The 2024 Heath Ledger Scholarship will be awarded to an emerging Australian actor who demonstrates extraordinary ability and dedication to their craft, and has international aspirations in their career and training. AiF are strongly encouraging applications from under-represented members of the Australian acting community to apply. Five finalists will be flown by Heath Ledger Scholarship Airline Partner Delta Air Lines to Los Angeles in late October, where Australia’s hottest young acting talent and influential Hollywood A-listers and executives will come together at an exclusive event for the unveiling of the recipient. The event will be supported by valued and long standing AiF partners Bluestone Lane, Penfolds and Vogue Australia as media partner. Prizing includes a US$10,000 cash prize and over US$60,000 in professional coaching, training, career preparation and on-the-ground-support. Only Australian citizens18 years and over can apply. See australiansinfilm.org for eligibility, FAQ and terms and conditions, or click the link in our bio. Applications will close on Wednesday, July 31, 4:00 p.m. (PDT) in the US/ Thursday, August 1, 9:00 a.m.(AEDT) in Australia. What are you waiting for? APPLY NOW. Good luck to everyone! @delta @penfolds @vogueaustralia @bluestonelane @bellaheathcoate @rahelromahn @charmainebingwa @mojeanaria @ashleighcummings @codyfern @matt_levett @jameswmackay @annamcgahan @rycorr @oliackland #rahelromahn #charmainebingwa #ashleighcummings #mojeanaria #mattlevett #codyfern #jamesmackay #annamcgahan #ryancorr #bellaheathcoate #oliverackland

We’ve got a few months until award season kicks off but yesterday, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences welcomed a multitalented group of 487 artists to join its membership! The prestigious group includes AiF members Andrew Commis (Cinematographer - BLUEBACK, BABYTEETH) and Annette Davey (Editor - DREAMIN’ WILD, TOGETHER, TOGETHER), as well as fellow Aussie mates Jason Clarke (Actor - OPPENHEIMER), Tony McNamara (Writer - POOR THINGS, THE FAVOURITE) and Annie Beauchamp (Production Designer - SWAN SONG, PENGUIN BLOOM). Congratulations to these brilliant artists on this incredible honor! @theacademy #TonyMcNamara @anniebeauchampdesign @andrewcommis #JasonClarke @nettsdavey

Big congrats to the cast and crew of THE SPEEDWAY MURDERS, a true crime documentary shedding light on the 1978 Burger Chef murders, arriving in theaters and on digital in the U.S. today! The new film, directed by Australian duo Luke Rynderman and Adam Kamien, takes a unique approach by centering the victims through its dramatic reenactments and walking audiences through four different theories on how the infamous murders took place. THE SPEEDWAY MURDERS stars AiF member Essie Randalls, was produced by Charlie’s resident Anna Vincent, and was co-written and co-directed by Charlie's resident Luke Rynderman! And a special shoutout to former AiF intern Slade Camilleri, who worked as a production assistant on the film. #TheSpeedwayMurders @verticalentertainment @lukerynderman @adamkamien @essierandles @anna.v.insta @fiftyshadesofslade

Auditions can be tough… but they don’t have to be! You might feel like you’re working against an invisible set of criteria, unsure of how to best present yourself for a role. Which is why we’ve called on two casting veterans – Barbara McCarthy and Anousha Zarkesh – to illuminate the process in both the U.S. and Australia. Casting everything from Sundance darlings to studio films to streaming hits, these two experts will delve into the art of mastering the audition and callback process, as well as the differences between the American and Australian approaches, how to stand out while fitting in, mental health tips, and, no doubt, some amusing cautionary casting tales! RSVP link in bio. Monday, June 24, 5 p.m. PDT Tuesday, June 25, 10 a.m. AEST If you would like to unlock Hollywood, become an AiF member to gain access to our Global Industry Sessions and more. Link in bio. Thanks to... @screenaustralia ⭐ @ausconsulatela @ausfilm_international @screennsw @safilmcorp @screenworks_aus @wearevicscreen @screenqueensland

@sarah_snook is on a roll! Deadline announced ALL HER FAULT, a new Peacock thriller series that Sarah will executive produce AND star in! 3 BODY PROBLEM director Minkie Spiro is set to direct the first episode and executive produce the series as well. According to the announcement, “ALL HER FAULT opens on a plausibly terrifying situation that eventually unearths the deep secrets of a community. Marissa Irvine arrives at 14 Arthur Avenue, expecting to pick up her young son Milo from his first playdate with a boy at his new school. But the woman who answers the door isn’t a mother she recognizes. She isn’t the nanny. She doesn’t have Milo. And so begins every parent’s worst nightmare.” Consider us hooked. We can’t wait to see ALL HER FAULT enter production and eventually arrive on our screens! @sarah_snook @minkiespiro @peacock