After dominating the AACTA Industry Awards on Monday, Baz Luhrmann's 'Elvis' continued its sweep at the main ceremony, winning another four awards, including Best Film and Best Direction.
Writer-director Neil Triffett’s 'EMO the Musical' is said to be poised to break even after being acquired by Netflix.
AACTA has revealed those in contention for the major film, television and short-form prizes at this year's awards, with 'High Ground' leading the charge in the film categories and 'The Newsreader' ahead in television.
New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) CEO David Strong has expressed regret that Amazon Studios' untitled 'The Lord of the Rings' series will not return to the country to film season two, but remains confident of attracting other international productions.
Director Benjamin Gilmour's 'Jirga' took home the inaugural AACTA Award for Best Indie Film - designed to honour films made under $2 million - at the AACTA Industry Luncheon in Sydney yesterday.
Long-running soap 'Neighbours' has announced itself across the pond, receiving its first Daytime Emmy nomination.
Hunter n Hornet, a new Australian comedy series made primarily for iPhone viewing, follows the plight of two wannabe Lotharios and their struggle to seduce women.