Entrapped by a fractured mental state, A heartbroken young woman is greeted by the presence of something sinister in her mirror. Encased desires and the sickly sweetness of apples are enough to unearth her.
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Entrapped by a fractured mental state, A heartbroken young woman is greeted by the presence of something sinister in her mirror. Encased desires and the sickly sweetness of apples are enough to unearth her.
One kid wakes up to a perfect day where nothing bad happens to him, whereas another kid wakes up on the same day but everything around him goes bad
One of Australia's hottest comedians (not physically) delivers a brand-new show about robots, the monarchy and death.
Marc Fennell charts the rise of the Western Sydney Wanderers, a ragtag Aussie team whose passionate and sometimes controversial fans drew the ire of police, politicians and shock jocks.
Two friends find themselves stranded in the middle of nowhere, with nothing around other than an old and deserted bus stop. The two are confronted with the question; should they walk or should they wait?
A man coming home from work has the misfortune of running into the Havoc Killer.
One night, 3 am in an almost-empty parking lot, a girl named Fran witnesses a murder. A murder between a lesbian couple, whom both seemed to enjoy the dark act. Fran is traumatised by what she sees and flees the scene, but for some reason even she doesn’t understand, never tells a soul of what happened. Fran feels her sanity slipping each day, but is this actually what she truly wanted all along? Is this what she was looking for in her life? A reason to truly let herself go? Her story is one of battling with one’s own thoughts, and the struggles to contain violent urges.
An independent filmmaker takes on the challenge of creating a large scale WW1 film. When faced with harsh weather conditions and the constraints of limited resources, the director and crew must battle every day to get the film across the line.
An adaptation of the story of Hagar and Ishmael from the book of Genesis
Two failed actors and a porn star. A car full of contraband. One hell of a road trip.
A young girl witnesses a small glimpse of what the secret life of her father looks like as an immigrant parent.
Kermit commits to the beauty of madness
Charmian Clift was one of the finest writers Australia has ever produced, with her popular touch which led hundreds of thousands of readers eagerly anticipating her weekly Sydney Morning Herald newspaper column. Her life imitated art with all the hallmarks of a compelling novel. She had movie star looks, a brilliant writing career and a passionate, creative and tumultuous marriage to fellow Australian writer, George Johnston. Yet the sacrifice of security for the bohemian romance of life on the Greek island of Hydra with its famous friends, including Leonard Cohen; and the parties, the drinking, the love affairs and poverty, led to her early death.
What begins as a routine house check for Detective Stone and his partner Detective McKenzie quickly develops a death toll, and Stone is forced into a choice between his moral duty - and the man he'd give his life for.
Filmmakers Sam and Amy journey into rural Australia to explore how the legacy of an American legend has transmitted and warped itself over time, and across the globe, resulting in the 30th annual Parkes Elvis Festival.
In 1930s Australia, a young woman defies societal expectations and risks losing everything as she embarks on a forbidden love affair, challenging the boundaries of family, faith, and the pursuit of true happiness.
It’s Christmas, so come with us on a blood-soaked sleigh ride to the conservative hometown of trans true-crime podcaster, Lola. Worried about the town’s reaction to her transition, Lola is ready to take on anyone this holiday season! However, she didn't expect that person to be a Santa masked killer - paying grisly homage to the town’s own haunted legend, The Toymaker. Now Lola - who has her own connection to the original Toymaker murders - must put an end to these gruesome murders.
Self-appointed Mother of the Year, Ronnie has given her daughter Audrey everything, so when Audrey selfishly falls into a coma, Ronnie has no choice but to keep their dreams alive by assuming her identity.
Mingler, a new dating platform, offers a safe space for people to date and socialise. In order to join, members must undergo intense psychological testing to ensure they understand and practice consent, respect and self-growth. After having little success with women, Brody decides to join. He soon realises the complexity of the testing, leading to unexpected consequences.
A paraplegic former defence contractor must reclaim his strength and self-belief to survive in this high-octane cat-and-mouse action-thriller.
Pandora, a Pagan child orphaned by the witch trials, finds an unlikely love in Silene, the church-bound daughter of a vindictive pastor.
Two kids try kill an insect.
Six young Aussie men drink beers from the afternoon well into the night. Using only movement in the way of back slaps, crowd surfs, and chokeholds, they manage to say everything without uttering a single word.
An astral traveler and a detective risk everything to save a child from the clutches of a rogue demon.
An animated documentary that follows the lives of the over-qualified young staff of a local bowling alley.
An ancient thespian manipulates death through the body of an actress. A liminal soap opera set by the sea.
An animated short film raising awareness about periods, breaking the stigma and encouraging open, honest conversations. Created throughout 2023 for a minute-long film competition.
When Optometrist Alana discovers her daughter has a rare inherited eye disease, she must look into her past to realize her vision for the future. A judo athlete with a vision impairment halfway across the world may hold the answers she is searching for, but old truths threaten to derail the mission and Alana’s marriage. Can she save her daughter’s sight without losing everything else she holds dear?
An Australian Mockumentary following three hunters as they each try to catch the Jolly Man himself, Santa Claus.
Venice travels from Vietnam to Australia on a vacation. Her experiences becomes overwhelming fun and astonishing as she gets to see the different breeds of dogs, the lifestyle of Australia and the fireworks of 2024.
A portrait of a man confronting the dread of another day in grief and solitude by the seaside.
A teen attempts to befriend her crush who lives across the street. However, the only time they see each other is the brief walk from the front door to their cars on their way to school.
Enclosed by a civilised landscape, society reduces the problem of human survival to a minimum. The sidewalk, the fence, the clearing, demarcate a treaty between man and nature whereby neither one of us shall pass these thresholds lest we become subject to the law of the other.
Chinese-Australian artist Jiawei Shen's plans to create an epic work depicting his homeland's tumultuous recent history.
When a turbulent teen undergoes a traumatic experience, she must face her own violent bravado head-on. Oi explores the stigma around "catfights" and how hyper-sexuality can occur when feminine rage isn't accepted and queerness is ignored.
Bondi Icebergs is the most photographed pool in the world. This is where generations of children have learnt to swim, where the diehard have braved the frigid waters of one hundred winters, where the young and beautiful have come to bond and bake in the hot sun. THE POOL is a stunning cinematic experience with a soundtrack that harks back to the 1960s and a cast of characters who each have a story to tell. It speaks to the enduring power of community and our collective longing to find it. No matter your background or where you’re at – everyone is equal in their swimsuits.
A family separation settlement hearing turns hairy.
Commissioned for the Australian Centre of the Moving Image (ACMI) exhibition The Future & Other Fictions, this essayistic collage work explores the cinematic world of cyberpunk, from sprawling dystopian megacities to the digital playground of cyberspace.
Australian blind surfer Matt Formston’s mettle is pushed to the limits in this thrilling documentary. With only 3% vision, the 4x World Champion attempts his most fearsome and dangerous challenge yet, surfing the monster waves of Nazaré.
A reporter interviews a convicted killer, with terrifying results.
Kermit the frog
On the 10th anniversary of his passing, the cricket world remembers the extraordinary achievements and winning personality of Australian cricketer Phil Hughes.
To prepare for the final debate of the regular season, six high school students contemplate the value of time.
The mysterious psychic Rosemerta mentors an eager new student, who inadvertently uncovers a malevolent plot hatched by a cult of dark followers intent on opening a hell mouth in their city of Newcastle.
A paranormal investigator links a bizarre string of seemingly unrelated events to the disappearance of her mother.
Students Ali and Vanessa arrive at the mansion on the hill for a weekend of psychic competition. The competition pays well, especially for the winner. They're met by the eccentric Professor Manchester, barely four feet tall, and an assortment of colourful competitors. Every guest has story and a secret. When one guest falls ill; Ali learns he's being treated with an exorcism! As a storm takes out the power, much more than prize money is at stake. In a race against time, Ali and Vanessa must plan a way to escape, all while fighting for their lives. But whose plan are they really part of?
After freezing at gunpoint, Alex becomes haunted by her past inaction and vows to never let it happen again.
The remarkable story of Jelena Dokic – an elite tennis star who beat the best in the world with a mental toughness few could match. Jelena survived the turmoil of being a refugee, the pressure of centre court, and the burden of a volatile father.
A short film that delves into the transformative power of female friendships within the captivating realm of West Australia's surf culture. Think Puberty Blues, but without the men. The film aims to shed light on the power of community, encourage more women to embrace surfing, and provoke dialogue surrounding localism and unfair hierarchies in surfing and society at large. Tess embodies a relatable journey of youth, passivity, and insecurity - counterbalanced with her poignant connection to the ocean, offering healing after losing her father. This exploration of grief and self-discovery aims to resonate with audiences and support those experiencing similar emotions. Additionally, the film explores a queer subplot, utilizing Emma and Tess's love story to symbolize Tess's courageous self-exploration, reflecting the theme of self-liberation and empowerment through embracing one's true identity.
A searing examination of the contamination that sparked an international catastrophe and the decades’ long battle with some of the world’s largest chemical companies for justice and compensation.
In a world of 10-13 year-old children, who all have cars, jobs, motives, fancy hats and handlebar mustaches, we meet Donohue, a detective who solves classic crimes of the jazz era, committed by a cast of dangerous bad guys.
Two paranormal vloggers find themselves in a battle for survival against a 'drop bear', a terrifying killing machine from Australian folklore that disguises itself as a cute, cuddly koala.
Two teenage boys are cut apart across a sweaty summer night when they're caught graffitiing a train in Melbourne's inner-west.
Nathan's fever dream of a gym session grows complicated when he realises that he has feelings for a new member, and the two proceed to dance around their desires.
An Americana bar holds a dramatic confrontation when an old drunk’s unstoppable day drinking is questioned by a young bartender. Inspired by the Charles Bukowski poem; a glimpse into what keeps an addict drinking and the quiet suffering of those who seemingly give up everything in search of pleasure.
Widely regarded as one of the greatest Rugby League players ever, kiwi hard-man Mark Graham was feared off and, on the field, though little knew the real man or the destruction behind his success. SHARKO, portrays an intimate look at the life of a father, a son and the cost of greatness.
With a national vote approaching to enshrine Indigenous peoples voice in the constitution, a dynamic Indigenous youth group travel on a pilgrimage across Australia to commemorate a historic civil rights victory. Buoyed by the imminent referendum, the group voyage through ephemeral Australian landscape in the microcosm of a minibus, sharing the rich, multilayered stories of their personal histories, as they dream up a hopeful new vision for Australia. As the results of the vote are counted, it’s impact on their future offer two paths – a hopeful breakthrough or another chapter in the long fight for recognition.
Shut out and ignored for too long, Sandy suddenly receives what she’s craved desperately her whole life – love and attention, from Willow, her overpowering but magnetic boss. But when Sandy finds herself just as suddenly discarded, she’ll show the world just how dangerous a wallflower can be.