An independent feature film with a cast and crew made up entirely of Alice Springs locals has become a strong contender for several major awards after capturing the hearts of the nation. ‘Under Streetlights’ is expected to make waves in the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Awards across multiple categories, including Best…
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The ABC Receives 57 AACTA Award nominations
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The ABC has scored an unrivalled 57 AACTA (Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts) Award nominations across 23 categories, more than any other broadcaster, with Mystery Road and Riot both in line to win 11 of Australia’s top screen prizes. The ABC’s landmark Mystery Road (Best Drama) and Riot (Best Telefeature or Mini Series)…
AACTA reveals Feature Films in Competition for the 6th AACTA Awards
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The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) today announced the Feature Films in Competition for this year’s AACTA Awards – Australia’s highest screen acknowledgement. AACTA also today launched the 6th AACTA Awards presented by Presto | Official Screenings Program, a four week program that brings Australia’s leading screen professionals together with screen fans…
Matilda Brown Named Ambassador for #SocialShorts
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The search is on for Australia’s next generation of top filmmaking talent as they go head-to-head in AFI | AACTA’s national online short film competition #SocialShorts has launched today. AFI | AACTA have announced that Matilda Brown will join Australia’s Blue-Tongue Films group – comprising Joel and Nash Edgerton, David Michôd, Kieran Darcy-Smith, Luke Doolan,…