Freedom Stories begins an exclusive theatrical run at Melbourne's Cinema Nova on July 23, part of a multi-platform project which chronicles the determination and resilience of former boat people who have rebuilt their lives.
Film Victoria today announced updates to its existing film and TV investment programs and a number of initiatives that will roll out from July 1.
Producer Cathy Rodda has joined Film Victoria as one of its development and investment managers.
Film Victoria is sponsoring up to 10 Victorian writers for this year’s 37ºSouth: PostScript & Direct through a special collaboration between Film Victoria and the Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF).
The Victorian government’s 2015-2016 budget provides $4.9 million in new funding for the State’s screen sector.
Film Victoria is supporting six new projects through its Production Investment Attraction Fund – Post, Digital and Visual Effects, and the Regional Location Assistance Fund.
Seven Victorian film and television projects have received Government funding, generating more than 300 job opportunities in our creative industries and adding $18 million to Victoria’s economy.
Nine Victorian games development companies have been awarded funding to create a diverse range of games for distribution across any platform thanks to support from the Victorian Coalition Government.