AACTA has announced more than 70 of the events that will form part of its inaugural festival, including talks with Danny and Michael Philippou, Warwick Thornton and Celeste Barber.
Productions are preparing to welcome back actors from the picket line after the Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) reached a tentative agreement with the studios, bringing an end to 118 days of strike action.
Visual effects producer Diana Giorgiutti, who had more than 40 years experience in the industry, died last week. The veteran has been remembered by friends and colleagues for her talent and pioneering work, as well as her warmth, calm, and positive leadership.
Among the productions impacted by the SAG-AFTRA strike are multiple international titles lured to Australia via the Location Incentive, which may be on hiatus until the strike is resolved.
While the first instalment called Adelaide home, 'Mortal Kombat 2' is set to shoot on the Gold Coast at Village Roadshow Studios.