Melbourne's north-west has welcomed an extraterrestrial visitor, as filming begins on new children's sci-fi comedy 'F.A.N.G (From A Nearby Galaxy)'.
Screen Producers Australia has unveiled the industry leaders that will make up the two advisory boards for next year's Screen Forever conference.
The team behind the award-winning film 'The Dry' has begun production on another Jane Harper feature adaptation in Victoria, with Eric Bana reprising his role as Aaron Falk and Robert Connolly returning as writer and director.
“Asking your big name leads to come to Australia and spend 14 days in a hotel in lockdown when they are fully vaccinated is a real disincentive."
Screen Australia has named Bobby Romia head of development, succeeding Louise Gough, who leaves the agency next week.
Screen Australia would like to see more projects that appeal to the "underserved" audience of 14-35-year-olds and have the potential to resonate internationally, head of content Grainne Brunsdon says.
Screen Australia has partnered with Los Angeles-based television production company Dynamic Television, known for 'Ginny & Georgia' and 'Savage River', for a new program to fund the development of up to four scripted television projects.
Grainne Brundson has been named acting executive director of Create NSW following the resignation of Michael Brealey, who departs at the end of this month.