Follows Inga, a pedantic pregnant woman who hires Annie, an out-of-work actor, to role play as her daughter-to-be.
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Follows Inga, a pedantic pregnant woman who hires Annie, an out-of-work actor, to role play as her daughter-to-be.
Schalk Bezuidenhout’s stand-up act is a delightful and witty exploration of the idiosyncrasies and shared customs of South Africa and Australia. He delves into the humorous realities of safety, societal norms, and the vibrant spirit of both nations. Through engaging anecdotes and clever observations, Bezuidenhout’s performance is a richly textured narrative that elicits laughter and a sense of commonality amidst diversity. Schalk Bezuidenhout's 2023 Australia tour, recorded at the Comedy Store in Sydney.
Pitch Black takes us inside the claustrophobic worlds of three young men immersed in the online black-pill subculture, as they struggle to reckon with their actions.
A getaway driver is forced by a detective to catch incriminating conversation from the crew that raised him, in order to gain a lighter sentence for himself.
The epic quest of three best friends surviving trials of racism, love and friendship in the long line to get into an exclusive nightclub.
The Roommate is a comedy drama film centered around two people live together in an apartment. This story follow Blaine who is a psychopath whose main goal is to get Donald his roommate to move out. We will see various attempts to disrupt and make Donald’s life a living hell. These attempts over time will become more and more elaborate and risker before culminating in failure as Blaine is evicted by his Landlord.
In the rough and tumble of 1980s Melbourne, the Passenger must navigate a conflict with seasoned underworld figure Heath Cox. What starts out as a simple objective alongside his mentor, the Driver, quickly spirals into a bizarre, hilarious and hair-raising series of events that lead the Passenger into a crossroads in his burgeoning criminal career.
Discover the power of hope and love in "The Promise" an inspiring new documentary dedicated to suicide prevention. Join us on an emotional journey as we delve into the courageous life of Craig Hamilton, accompanied by heartfelt stories from those who have struggled, lost and survived suicide. This gripping film unravels the raw realities of mental health struggles, shining a light on the importance of real stories from real people. Through conversations and personal experiences, "The Promise" challenges the stigma surrounding mental health and highlights the strength that comes from vulnerability and connection.
Arash Salah steals a recording from the PDF archives concerning the whereabouts of his late cousin, Sara Salah, and what may have led up to her disappearance. What stays in the dark, probably has a reason.
A retired world champion fighter is lured to a secret location in an effort to rescue his abducted wife. He is now a part of their game. He is a part of the show. Fight, to live. Lose, you die. Once you check in, there is no way home.
Since 1979, Rose Chong Costumiers have been dealing in elaborate and vibrant maximalist attire for hire. In 40 years, it has established itself as an iconic and legendary Melbourne staple among the Inner-North's queer scene. But neither Rose Chong's nor fancy-dress are as simple as they first seem according to Dan, one of the long-time "Chongettes" who works there. When considered with care and attention, they reveal glittering ideas of play and fun and community. From a queer lens - or rather, a mirror - this unassuming costume shop is a place where one might begin to conceive truths about themselves and their identities. How to Dress Like Me is a 5-minute documentary that contends with the intersections of play, queerness, and clothes.
A young couple's romantic weekend away at a remote cottage turns into a harrowing fight for their lives when they are terrorized by an unhinged, homicidal sibling.
Lurking under the sea is a global web of fibre optic telecommunication cables, the plumbing of the internet. It's how we talk, text and stream, connecting billions of people. These cables are also the frontline of a tech war.
Grandmother Heather Jones has finally managed to get her family home for Christmas. But before the festivities begin, they receive a fire evacuation order. Now, the family must band together as they rediscover what matters most – each other.
A raw, gritty, uncompromising and heavily stylised independent feature production, based on the ancient Greek narrative, Homer's: 'The Odyssey'.
The story follows a queer woman who embarks on a journey of introspection and self-discovery. Through this process, she comes to a profound realization about her true feelings toward her first love.
Meet Igor and Jamila, a young couple rediscovering fractures from their past while the camera is rolling.
Inspired by stories of a distant place, best friends Tyrone and Clinton must fight to find a way out of Tarneit, a place surrounded by violence and tradition.
Charlie is a strange and troubled young insomniac barely holding onto his job. His boss, a gruff but oddly sentimental man, has given him more chances than he deserves. But when Charlie’s fixation on a stranger pulls him further from his responsibilities, the consequences are inevitable. As their uneasy relationship reaches its breaking point, Charlie must face the quiet fallout of his obsession.
A woman in mourning is taken on a journey through her memories to find closure.
When talented Australian refugee footballer Hakeem al-Araibi steps off the plane in Thailand for his honeymoon, he finds himself facing an Interpol arrest order for alleged terrorism offences. What unfolds is the gripping true story of a heroic whistle-blower who, on speaking out about his own torture, sets off a revenge plot involving three countries, two royal families and the world's most powerful sporting body, FIFA. As Hakeem awaits extradition back to Bahrain, a group of campaigners led by a retired Australian football captain Craig Foster fight for his release.
This Documentary explores the childhood and growing up of Ken and Nola Mackay. they tell their stories about what life was like in their childhood compared to what life is like now.
Life in Nature has its pace but when it is filmed in slow-motion, fantastic behaviours are shown, impossible to notice in the real world. This video shows six species of birds and four mammals in their most intimate feats of survival.
A film by Henry Stone
An intimate and important story that demands to be told, Revealed - Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes this must-see documentary is an in-depth journey of a remarkable woman who has endured some difficult bumps in the road while achieving countless plaudits along the way. Utilising personal archival material including photos, journals and videos, audiences will witness Danielle’s early childhood in a working-class suburb of Perth, to her career as an elite athlete and as a renowned senior AFL coach. Cameras also capture the emotional moments as Danielle faces her family and friends for the first time.
After nearly 70 years of valiantly trying, what will it take for the Boomers to finally bring home an Olympic medal?
After an android nanny suffers a malfunction in her code causing her to develop sentience, she attempts to fulfil a human child’s dream in hopes of outrunning her reality.
A short dramedy that explores the absurd hell of being the middle-woman between two countries, cultures, social class and lingual politics.
An operatic short drama surrounding the connection forged over an afternoon between a young aged care worker and his new elderly client, Rosetta.
In a dystopian future, an Australian-Iraqi woman held captive in a chaotic and brutal British immigration detention centre takes up severe measures to survive and reconnect with her estranged family.
May Downs, 1859. A white family making an overland journey to Rockhampton, with the assistance of Aboriginal staff, is stalled when the mother goes into labour. This loose adaptation of Wright’s eponymous historical account focuses on the female experience of colonisation, revealing the human costs of masculine avarice.
Two sisters who just happen to be proficient in killing are on the cusp of retiring, they get offered an opportunity of a lifetime if they kill one more person
This documentary takes a deep dive into the truth behind the flat Earth theory and exposes the people behind it.
Can you hear the sleigh bells jingling? It's The Sound of Christmas! Join The Wiggles and their friends for the most joyous time of the year as they sing and dance along to over 20 festive songs, including many wiggly favourites. There's so much fun to be had in Wiggle Town, from a party on the Goodship Feathersword, to baking a Christmas cake or dancing ballet with Dorothy. Even the great big man in red, Santa Claus, makes a special visit with his prancing reindeer and the most talented elves. So, hang your Christmas stocking, decorate the Christmas tree and, of course, put on your dancing shoes, it's time for a wiggly Christmas!
A young woman, Emma studying at university and living at home with her mother and brother in the Adelaide suburbs, falls in love with a cafe waiter Nick, who lives and works in the town of Stirling in the Adelaide Hills. Entranced by the man and the town, she begins to feel a sense of excitement and vitality in her life.
Arash arrives in Australia to reunite with the love of his life, Nazanin. After heading to a cabin in the woods, Arash soon realizes his elusive lover is harboring deep secrets, leading him down a path of self-destruction.
Butter is a film about love, obsession, and finding purpose no matter the cost. At its heart, it is a twisted, yet tender love story, between a lonely woman and the greatest food of all: butter.
Commissioned by the State Library of Victoria for its MIRROR exhibition opening late May 2023, deaf poet and activist Walter Kadiki performs an original piece called Laments of Old Wal.
A recently unemployed con artist takes on a job as a carer for a blind woman, unaware of who she really is.
On the eve of her 18th birthday, Natalie is held hostage and haunted by her teenage bedroom following the breakdown of a close friendship.
After breaking into his landlord’s home, a mysterious renter forces him to read a cryptic poem that unravels the landlord’s involvement in a exploitative system of profit and power.
An abandoned school wrought with supernatural mysteries brings a group of curious teenagers to its premises, where each will meet wildly differing fates.
After being an absolute loser for his whole life, Luke Willcocks comes into contact with a mysterious shapeshifting artifact from Mars.
When Dr. Jordan Patrick attempts to treat his four o’clock, he comes face to face with a horror beyond his imaging.
The adventures of two punk maniacs on the run after they have escaped from a psychiatric ward.
Returning to Australia for Vivid LIVE in 2023, master singer-songwriter José González celebrated the 20th anniversary of the album that launched him, 2003’s indie folk classic, Veneer. A sublime take on the singer-songwriter sound, Veneer is more than just a classic of introspective folk pop – it’s become part of the fabric of modern life. To celebrate the anniversary of his breakthrough record, the virtuoso guitarist returned to the Sydney Opera House for three Australian exclusive solo shows, performing the songs from Veneer – and more than a few other classics.
A 2023 short film by Mason Lucky
Narrated by Shane Jacobson, Ford v Holden is a feature-length documentary that explores the decades-long competition between two of Australia’s most iconic brands: Ford and Holden. From the early days of the automobile industry to the present, Ford v Holden delves into the history, technology, and culture of these rival companies and their impact on the Australian psyche and automotive landscape.
A soldier and her girlfriend notice a man wearing a jacket on a hot day on an Israeli bus. They lock eyes with mounting suspicion as people around them record the face-off on their phones. The soldier must now decide between the other passengers' lives and a potentially innocent man while the world watches via live streams.
Set from the times of modern day 2023 where the two lovers as adults talk to there children about how they first met in the conservative society of 1981. Elle and Lizzie's love has been everlasting for many decades, and continues to tie back to there love for the beach and living on the offshore. When a child of theres question their love, they take a trip down memory lane.
Groh Goh re-imagines performance lineages surrounding the mythological figure of Rangda: Bali’s queen of the graveyard and patroness of black magic. The story of Rangda, and her alter incarnation, the legendary witch widow Calonarang, occupies a central role within Bali’s spirit cosmology and frames a narrative around an undesirable woman as a dangerous and deviant social disrupter. Alongside her feared otherness, Rangda is also conceived as a balancing force for spiritual order, and a powerful matriarchal protector. The film centres upon a matrilineal building and passing of knowledge around Rangda, channelling her presence through different bodies, performance genres and landscapes.
Short opentoonz animation of the recently discovered, semi-aquatic dromaeosaur Natovenator polydontus.
In a criminal ridden suburb, it's hard to keep secrets. But you remember one of the most important rules of organized crime? No witnesses. Stupidity meets coincidence in this short action comedy.
A young woman flees a fractured relationship traversing a road full of memories – from the blossoming of young love, to the intersection of betrayal, choice and loss. As her lover turned nemesis catches up to her she must find the strength to make meaning of it all and face him with hard truths.
In 1986, Melbourne musician David Bridie of the groups Not Drowning, Waving and My Friend the Chocolate Cake travelled to Papua New Guinea, where he heard the heartfelt sounds of George Telek and the Moab Stringband’s ‘Abebe’ (‘Butterfly Song’) on board a bus. It marked the beginning of a profound fascination with the nation and its rich culture – and of a bond with Telek that would last more than 30 years.
Two men meet in a boxing ring, and discuss opposing ideologies. Follow the pressure of others and pursue the life you're supposed to, or follow your heart and forge your own path.
A teenager is enjoying a walk through the park, until an old Neighbour appears out of nowhere and costs him his day off again as he spends his day with the weird kid who used to live next door.
A small documentary crew hosted an online competition to observe the Australian youth entering the workforce and have found their winner, Will. He is hesitant about starting his new job at the local community gardens and is thrust into a strange ecosystem of some absurd folks. Will struggles to fit in on his first day, coping with both the pressure of being filmed combined with him being burdened to help resolve the 'Level 5 Crisis' at the Gardens.
'Sydney Castells: Spirit of Catalunya' is a documentary exploring Catalan climbing and culture. Bringing light to a relatively unknown community based in Sydney, NSW. Viewing insights into the personal lives of individuals who partake in this thrilling sport.
Romance blooms between a dim sum shop assistant and a street performer in Chinatown, who carries them in the safety of his balloon on a rainy night.