Stan used an luncheon at the Sydney Opera House today to unveil a 25-strong originals slate for 2024, including several new commissions - four drama series, four documentaries and a feature film.
AACTA has announced the remaining nominations for its February awards, with Warwick Thornton's 'The New Boy' garnering the most nods in film with 12, closely followed by 'Talk to Me' with 11, while with 15 nominations, 'The Newsreader' is the most recognised TV series.
First-time narrative feature directors Noora Niasari and Gracie Otto will vie against Warwick Thornton, Jeffrey Walker and Colin and Cameron Cairnes for the top prize at the Australian Directors' Guild Awards next month.
After an extensive submissions period, Screen Well has unveiled the finalists for its inaugural awards program, designed to recognise wellbeing initiatives and innovations in the screen industry.
The BBC acquired two Australian titles in as many days last week, announcing deals for crime drama 'Black Snow' and the second season of comedy/drama 'Colin From Accounts'.
Goalpost Pictures' 'Black Snow' will have an audience that stretches across a further three continents, following a round of deals secured via distributor All3Media International.
"I feel really proud of representing the Latin community... I can recognise the effort of the writers, casting directors and producers that are pushing for true diversity in Australian TV. In the past I didn't really think that I would have a healthy career in Australia. That perception changed these past two years."
Screenworks' Regional to Global Screen Forum is set to go behind the scenes of Stan's 'Black Snow', while executives from Netflix, Stan and SBS will share what they're looking to be pitched.