Press release from Movie Network Channels
2010 will see the return of Flickerfest on Extra, the original series created through the partnership of MOVIE EXTRA and Academy® Award accredited film festival; Flickerfest. This second season will feature more stars, more films and more passion for short film making!
Short film enthusiast, actor & director, Damian Walshe-Howling (Underbelly) returns to host this seven part series premiering exclusively to MOVIE EXTRA on Friday, 16th April at 10:30pm.
Damian will take us behind-the-scenes once again to discover what it takes to conquer the art of short filmmaking and talks to high profile stars who have delved into this form. Deborra-lee Furness talks to Damian about her short film “Standing Room Only” starring Hugh Jackman. Andrew Upton and Cate Blanchett team up for short film “Bangers” and Paul McDermott’s writing and directing is highlighted in “The Girl Who Swallowed Bees”.
Flickerfest On EXTRA will feature a selection of both new and classic, award-winning highlights from Flickerfest. Across the series, episodes will include short films, interviews from the filmmakers plus in depth discussion with some of the biggest names in the business. You’ll also get exclusive access into the judging process as Flickerfest on EXTRA goes where cameras have previously feared to tread!
Broadcast details:
Premieres 10:30pm, Friday 16th April on MOVIE EXTRA
Flickerfest on EXTRA will screen every Friday at 10:30pm with an encore screening, Sundays 4.00pm.