Author: Claudia Vannithone

New Kids on the Block has been created by Screenworks with support from Screen NSW, Screen Queensland, and Screen Canberra to help emerging and early career filmmakers attend the annual Regional to Global forum in Lennox Head for the first time. As well as financial support to travel, the New Kids on the Block program … Continued

Screen Canberra is delighted to have the APEX team here in the Canberra region.  The gorge systems surrounding Canberra are serving as one of the key filming locations for the upcoming Netflix feature film thriller. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur and written by Jeremy Robbins, this project has a star-studded cast including Charlize Theron, Taron Egerton, and Australia’s own … Continued

As we start a new year, Screen Canberra takes a moment to reflect on a year filled with significant achievements and growth for both our organisation and the local screen industry. Throughout the year, we introduced exciting new initiatives, moved offices to create a Screen precinct at the NFSA and formed new partnerships while also … Continued

ABC, Screen Australia, ITV Studios, and Screen Canberra are thrilled to announce that the much-loved eight-part narrative comedy series, Austin, has been commissioned for a second season. Produced by Northern Pictures with Lincoln Pictures, filming will commence in the UK early next month. Following his breakout performance in season one, Michael Theo returns as the … Continued

Screen Canberra, the University of Technology Sydney, Screen NSW and the Australian Directors’ Guild with support from the ACT Government’s Office of LGBTIQA+ Affairs have announced +SCREEN STORIES – a multifaceted one-day conference for screen storytellers telling LGBTIQA+ stories.  This first of its kind all day program, produced by Rosie Lourde, will have a hybrid … Continued

We’re thrilled to share our latest sizzle reel, celebrating the incredible projects supported by the Screen Investment Fund and Screen Attraction Fund.  From gripping dramas to innovative documentaries, see how these funds are bringing visionary stories to life right here in Canberra.

Screen Canberra, the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Screen NSW and the Australian Directors’ Guild with support from the ACT Government’s Office of LGBTIQA+ Affairs have announced +SCREEN STORIES Mentorship Program – a comprehensive 3-month mentorship for LGBTIQA+ screen storytellers.  This bespoke program is being created by esteemed UTS academic Dr Natalie Krikowa. It is … Continued

In an exciting development for the local screen industry, Screen Canberra is thrilled to announce the appointment of Vicki Williams FCA GAICD to its Board. Vicki is a distinguished Adjunct Professor at the University of Canberra. She brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Screen Canberra, having excelled in leadership roles across various sectors … Continued