Compelling stories underpinned by relevance, a fresh angle, and diversity on both sides of the camera are at the heart of Paramount ANZ's factual commissions, according to head of development Yeesum Lo.
The ABC has announced two presenter-led additions to its 2022 factual slate: 'Great Southern Landscapes', hosted by Rachel Griffiths, and 'Stuff The British Stole', which sees Marc Fennell build upon his ABC podcast of the same name.
As part of its ongoing Gender Matters initiative, Screen Australia has launched a new program to see female directors, cinematographers and composers attain 'career-defining' credits.
In a climate of change, Screen Australia's documentary department will attempt to provide stability for producers, announcing only a slight change to its funding programs at the Australian International Documentary Conference (AIDC) on Monday.
“One in five people in Australia experience disability. It’s time to bring the issues which put up barriers for these people in the screen industry to the fore."
At $11.5 million (or $12.8 million with previews) the opening weekend result for Matt Reeves' 'The Batman' is the second highest of the pandemic era behind 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'.
Mirrah Foulkes will direct all eight episodes of the second season of Foxtel/Sky UK's 'Upright', with production now underway in Queensland.
Screentime co-founder Bob Campbell is set to be recognised for his rich contribution to the screen industry, named as the 2022 SPA Lifetime Achievement Award recipient.