Elise McCredie believes that as screenwriters typically work in isolation at home and many have projects in development, the cohort to which she belongs is best placed to ride out the COVI-19 crisis.
Last month Netflix announced it had set up a $US100 million relief fund to support cast and crew who lost their jobs when Netflix-funded productions were shut down or delayed.
Matchbox Pictures' MD Alastair McKinnon outlines the company's emphasis on development, reflects on the success of 'Stateless' and his bullish, post-pandemic outlook.
ABC head of scripted production Sally Riley sheds light on her latest commissions, explains how the broadcaster is coping with the drama production shutdown and gives an update on her development slate.
"If you look at what the Gender Matters funding has done for female film filmmakers, that has not trickled down to those who work below-the-line."
Ben Lawrence took home the main prize – Best Direction in a Feature Film (Budget $1M+) – at last night’s Australian Directors’ Guild (ADG) Awards for his debut narrative feature 'Hearts and Bones'.
Shannon Murphy’s feature debut 'Babyteeth' leads the early AACTA Awards race, scoring nods in 12 out of 13 film categories, while 'Mystery Road' and 'Stateless' are ahead in television.
AACTA has unveiled the final set of nominees for its upcoming awards, including the craft categories in television and documentary, as well as those up for the VFX, casting and Best Asian Film awards.