Highlights of Documentary Competition in 2007
December 5, 2006
DOCUMENTARY PROGRAMME
The Flickerfest documentary competition celebrates excellence in short form
documentary from around the world. [more]
Seed Productions join Flickerfest as patrons
December 5, 2006
Hugh Jackman & Deborra-lee Furness support short film festival Flickerfest 2007
Flickerfest, Australia's premiere short film festival has received a record 1200 entries for its 2007
Academy Accredited short film competition, an increase of over 200 from 2006.
"This dramatic increase in entries this year is further testimony of Flickerfest's growing profile as the most important short film competition in Australia. Film makers from at home and around the world recognise the significance of participating at Flickerfest, The festival provides a measure of the success of their production on the international stage" said Festival Director Bronwyn Kidd.
In support of this competition and the great role that short film plays in discovering and
applauding emerging film talent, Flickerfest is thrilled to welcome on board Australian production company 'Seed'. Seed's principals Deborra-lee Furness, Hugh Jackman and John Palermo have all enjoyed remarkable success internationally. They have now chosen to demonstrate their support for the Australian film industry by becoming patrons of Flickerfest and sponsoring The Seed Productions prize for the Best Original Screenplay in an Australian short film. The winning Australian film maker will be awarded a $1000 cash prize.
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International Competition Highlights in 2007
December 5, 2006
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION (HIGHLIGHTS)
The 2007 International festival selections promise to be an amazing program of diverse work from
all over the globe. Included in this bumper year of short films are the following highlights:
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Hiroshima Animation Film Festival Grand Prix program 1 & 2
December 5, 2006
HIROSHIMA ANIMATION SPECIAL
A spotlight on one of the greatest and most respected animation festivals in the world, Hiroshima.
This special showcases winners of the Grand Prix from the past 25 years celebrating excellence
within the art form of animation. Flickerfest is honoured to be presenting this in Australia for the
first time.
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Endless Summer program
December 5, 2006
Endless Summer
For the first time in 2007 Flickerfest has put together a special programme of shorts that
celebrate the season of summer, screening at Australia's favourite beach location under the
stars at Bondi Beach. Be immersed in the summer vibe in January with Summer lovin', balmy nights and a glimpse into our favourite season in a hot shorts session that celebrates summer with films from all around the world. [more]
Wonderful World of Dogs program
December 5, 2006
WONDERFUL WORLD OF DOGS
Man's best friend will also share the spotlight this year at Flickerfest in a fun program of furry
stories celebrating our four-legged friend from all around the world. Who knew that there have
been so many films made about dogs? We have sniffed them all out to delight our Sydney
audiences.
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Celebrity Shorts program
December 5, 2006
CELEBRITY SHORTS
From indie darlings to Hollywood heartthrobs, this shorts program sees celebrities have fun, take
some risks, experiment and embrace the independence of the short film format. You'll see a side of these celebrities that you've never seen before.
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Highlights of Australian Competition program 2007
December 5, 2006
Flickerfest International Short Film Festival announces highlights of its Australian Competition program for 2007. Flickerfest is delighted to screen the best of the best local filmmaking talent as Australian filmmakers continue to add their unique perspective to the short film scene both here and overseas. All films entered are eligible for the JVC Short Film Award for Best Australian Short Film.
JVC will present this award for the first time in 2007, and for the winner it means a prize of a JVC
Pro HD Camcorder. [more]