Ryan Corr and newcomer Lily Whiteley have joined a troop full of joeys in the Northern Territory for Kate Woods' family comedy 'Kangaroo', which has commenced filming.
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Australian children's content and the National Film and Sound Archive both received funding boosts in last night's Federal Budget, with the government also announcing the removal of the cap on 'above the line' costs for the Producer Offset from July 1.
Confidential government documents reveal the story behind Peter Weir's rom-com 'Green Card' as the famed director prepares to be honoured at this year’s Venice International Film Festival.
The Australian-shot 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' has opened strongly grossing $3.78 million to take top spot at the box office while action-comedy 'The Fall Guy', which was also shot locally, has passed the $10 million mark.
The Federal Government will allocate nearly $75 million for the National Institute of Dramatic Australia (NIDA) and the Australian Film and Television Radio School (AFTRS) in tomorrow night's budget as part of a funding package for performing arts schools.
The Western Australian 2024-25 Budget has reiterated the state's massive investment in the screen sector over the next four years, including $31.9 million across a range of industry initiatives and $233.5 million to build a new studio.
The New Zealand Film Commission (NZFC) has welcomed the prospect of more Middle-earth adventures in the country, describing the announcement of two potential Lord of the Rings prequels as "incredible news".
Celebrated director Peter Weir will be honoured with the Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award at this year's Venice International Film Festival, to be held August 28 – September 7.