Friends for years, Tony Ayres and Andrea Denholm had long wanted to work together but did not have the opportunity- until now.
Some of Australian drama's recent triumphs were used to examine the relationship between development processes and international success at Series Mania Melbourne on Thursday.
Cate Blanchett co-created, co-produces and will play a key supporting role in 'Stateless', a six-part drama about four strangers in an immigration detention centre in the Australian desert commissioned by the ABC.
Screenwriter Catherine S. McMullen addresses the challenges of making a living in the genre space in Australia and for females to be recognised in the profession.
Cinespace has enlisted a group of industry heavy-hitters to deliver an initiative for emerging creatives from First Nations or culturally diverse background who have a pilot TV script ready to pitch.
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.
The coronavirus pandemic has resulted in the cancellation of four screen industry events, halted production on Netflix's Clickbait and two major movies, and postponed shooting of two big TV reality shows.