With Western Australia's COVID-free bubble likely nearing its end, the state's production sector is navigating the effect of an indefinite hard border while bracing for the inevitable spread of the virus.
The universal subject matter of Sam Lara and Cathy Henkel's documentary 'Laura's Choice' has been recognised by distributor Off The Fence, which has picked up the project for international sales.
"People seem to have really responded to the film as something more than just a romance - they have been enthralled and moved by the story of mental health and its effects on individuals and their families. I’m really proud of that."
Luke Eve’s romantic drama 'I Met a Girl' will be released as a Netflix Original film in Australia and New Zealand next month after being acquired by the streamer.
Screenwest has put $1.2 million in grant funding towards 60 production companies, producers and post houses via one of its suite of COVID-19 support measures.
Screen Australia has announced the final round of story development funding for the 2018-19 financial year, backing five television series, six online projects and six feature films with $675,000.