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Moon Rock For Monday
Moon Rock For Monday is a 2022 Cinema of Australia, Australian independent film. The film was written and directed by Kurt Martin and produced by Jim Robison. It stars Australian actors George Pullar, Nicholas Hope, Alan Dukes, Aaron Jeffery, Jessica Napier, David Field (actor), David Field, Maha Wilson, Rahel Romahn, Bonnie Ferguson, Karina Banno, Kai Lewins, Dean Kyrwood, Suzan Mutesi and Ashlyn Louden-Gamble. It was nominated for an AACTA Award in 2021 for Best Indie Film by the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts, Australian Academy of Cinema Television and Arts. of Lunar Pictures released in 2021. Prior to being released the film appeared in several international film festivals including Beijing International Film Festival, Zurich Film Festival, Adelaide Film Festival, CinefestOZ, CinefestOz, Busan International Kids and Youth Film Festival and SCHLINGEL International Film Festival, Schlingel International Film Festival in Germany where it won both the Interna ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cinema Of Australia
The cinema of Australia had its beginnings with the 1906 production of ''The Story of the Kelly Gang'', arguably the world's first feature film. Since then, Australian crews have produced many films, a number of which have received international recognition. Many actors and filmmakers with international reputations started their careers in Australian films, and many of these have established lucrative careers in larger film-producing centres such as the United States. Commercially successful Australian films include: ''Crocodile Dundee'', George Miller's '' Mad Max: Fury Road'', Baz Luhrmann's ''Moulin Rouge!'', and Chris Noonan's ''Babe''. Award-winning productions include ''Picnic at Hanging Rock'', ''Gallipoli'', ''The Tracker'', ''Shine'' and ''Ten Canoes''. Australian actors of renown include Errol Flynn, Peter Finch, Rod Taylor, Paul Hogan, Jack Thompson, Bryan Brown, Judy Davis, Jacki Weaver, Geoffrey Rush, Hugo Weaving, Eric Bana, Guy Pearce, Hugh Jackman, Cat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Australian Academy Of Cinema And Television Arts
The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) is a professional organisation of film and television practitioners in Australia. The Academy's aim is "to identify, award, promote, and celebrate Australia's greatest achievements in film and television". It was established in August 2011 with the backing of the Australian Film Institute (AFI) to act as its industry engagement arm and to administer the AACTA Awards (formerly the Australian Film Institute Awards, also known as the AFI Awards) which rewards achievements in Australian feature film, television, documentary and short films. The Academy is composed of 15 Chapters, each of which represents different screen artists including actors, directors, producers and writers, and it is overseen by the Academy's president and the Honorary Council. Australian actor Geoffrey Rush was the inaugural President from 2011 to 2017, and hosted the inaugural AACTA Awards in January 2012. Background The Australian Academy of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
International Federation Of Film Critics
The International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI, short for Fédération Internationale de la PRESse CInématographique) is an association of national organizations of professional film critics and film journalists from around the world for "the promotion and development of film culture and for the safeguarding of professional interests." It was founded in June 1930 in Brussels, Belgium. At present it has members in more than 50 countries worldwide. In reaction to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, FIPRESCI announced that it will not participate in festivals and other events organized by the Russian government and its offices, and canceled a colloquium in St. Petersburg, that was to make it familiar with new Russian films. FIPRESCI Award The FIPRESCI often gives out awards during film festivals (such as at the Berlin International Film Festival, the Cannes Film Festival, Vienna International Film Festival, the Toronto International Film Festival, the Venice Film Festiv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
SCHLINGEL International Film Festival
Schlingel (Usually written: SCHLINGEL) is an international film festival for children and young audiences. The festival began in 1996, and has taken place annually in Chemnitz ever since in the week before the Saxon Fall Break. The festival gives an overview of the newest international productions in the area of children and youth films. The festival is organized by the Saxon Children and Youth Films Association in Chemnitz. In addition, since 2006, the Saxon Institution for Private Broadcasting and New Media has also helped to organize this event. The patrons of SCHLINGEL are the Prime Minister of the Free State of Saxony, as well as the Mayor of Chemnitz. The festival is under the directorate of Michael Harbauer. Development The foundation for the present day International Film Festival for Children and Young Audiences SCHLINGEL was laid in 1996 with the first Chemnitz Children's Film Exhibition SCHLINGEL. This first festival ran for one week in the Chemnitz Culture Centre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Adelaide Film Festival
The Adelaide Film Festival (AFF, formerly ADLFF) is film festival usually held for two weeks in mid-October in cinemas in Adelaide, South Australia. Originally presented biennially in March from 2003, since 2013 AFF has been held in October. Subject to funding, the festival has staged full or briefer events in alternating years; some form of event has taken place every year since 2015. From 2022 it takes place annually. It has a strong focus on local South Australian and Australian produced content, with the Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund (AFFIF) established to fund investment in Australian films. Established in 2003 as Adelaide International Film Festival, it dropped "International" from its title after the inaugural edition, as it dropped its FIAPF membership the following year. It was, however, the first film festival in Australia to introduce an international competition, as well as being the first to fund film production directly. The festival hosts a number ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zurich Film Festival
Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) is an annual film festival that has been held in Zürich, Switzerland, since 2005. The festival's main focus is to promote emerging filmmakers from all over the world. In three competition categories only first, second or third directoral works are admitted. There are three competition sections: International Feature Film, International Documentary Film and 'Focus: Switzerland, Germany and Austria' which focuses on these three production countries. Several industry events take place in the framework of the festival, such as the ''ZFF Academy'' or the international ''Zurich Summit'', which have rendered the film festival an international platform for the film industry. The ZFF is co-organized by the ''Zurich Film Festival AG'', which is a member of the NZZ Mediengruppe, and the ''Spoundation Motion Picture AG'', a marketing and event management company, in cooperation with local institutions, sponsors as well as national and international distributors a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Beijing International Film Festival
The Beijing International Film Festival (Chinese: 北京国际电影节), abbreviated BJIFF, is a film festival in Beijing, China. Founded in 2011, the film festival is supported and sponsored by China Film Administration, China Media Group and Beijing Government. The festival is one of the world's most prominent film festivals, and since its launch has been heavily attended by Hollywood executives, directors, producers and studio heads, as well as filmmakers and actors from all over the world. It serves as an international venue for different cultures around the globe to communicate. As China's box office has expanded exponentially over the past decade, the festival is aiming to provide a high-profile forum for the interaction between the Chinese and the international film industries. 2012 Festival Notable international guest speakers at the 2012 festival including James Cameron, who unveiled the details of the upcoming ''Avatar'' sequels at the film festival; Jim Gianopulo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Suzan Mutesi
Suzan Mutesi (born Suzan Faith Mutesi Mufumbiro; 21 June 1986) is a Ugandan-Australian actress, model and fashion designer. Early life and education Originally from Uganda, Mutesi moved to Australia to complete her high school at Delany College, Granville. She received a Bachelor of Design with a major in fashion at Raffles KvB Institute of Technology. Career Film and television Mutesi was a regular featured extra on channel 7 Australian series ''Headland'' (2005–2006). Mutesi has featured in TV adverts on Australian television like Fox 8 summer AD in 2011; she also featured on an international Nicabate Ad 2013 up to 2014. Mutesi co-hosted with African American actor Pascal Atuma, Desmond Elliot and John Dumelo at the 2013 African Australian Music and Movie Awards. She has also appeared in music videos like "Star Fire" by Scrim and "Mr Dread locks" by Latifa ft. LL Bock. Mutesi had a role in the movie ''Gossip Nation'' (2012), and was an extra in '' The Wolverine'' and ' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Independent Film
An independent film, independent movie, indie film, or indie movie is a feature film or short film that is produced outside the major film studio system, in addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies (or, in some cases, distributed by major companies). Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the filmmakers' personal artistic vision is realized. Usually, but not always, independent films are made with considerably lower budgets than major studio films. It is not unusual for well-known actors who are cast in independent features to take substantial pay cuts for a variety of reasons: if they truly believe in the message of the film; they feel indebted to filmmaker for a career break; their career is otherwise stalled or they feel unable to manage a larger commitment to a studio film; the film offers an opportunity to showcase a talent that hasn't gained traction in the studio system; or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
David Field (actor)
David Field (born 6 June 1961) is an Australian character actor and film director who has appeared in numerous film and television roles, including '' Chopper'', '' Two Hands'' and ''Gettin' Square''. In 2009, Field made his directorial debut with ''The Combination''. He is also known for his role in advertisements for Oak as part of the Hungry/Thirsty campaign and as the ex prison inmate uncle in the mini series '' A Moody Christmas''. Filmography Film (directing) *''The Combination'' (2009) *''Convict'' (2014) Film (acting) *'' Expired'' (a.k.a. ''Loveland'') (2022) as Sam *'' Mortal Kombat'' (2021) as Referee *''Moon Rock For Monday'' (2021) as Detective Lionell *''Dark Art'' (2020) (short film) as Simon *''The Translator'' (2020) as Chase *''The Wrong Barber'' (2020) (short film) as The Barber *''High Ground'' (2020) as Kurtz *'' The Combination: Redemption'' (2019) as White hero *''The Pretend One'' (2017) as Roger *''Monoliths'' (2017) (short film) as The Driver *''A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jessica Napier
Jessica Napier (born 13 April 1979) is a New Zealand-born actress based in Australia. She has appeared in a number of feature films, including ''Love Serenade'', ''Blackrock'', '' Cut'', ''City Loop'', ''Angst'', '' The Illustrated Family Doctor'' and ''Ghost Rider'', and is well known for her role of Becky Howard in the Australian TV drama series ''McLeod's Daughters''. Early life Napier was born in Wellington, New Zealand. Her father, actor Marshall Napier, relocated the family to Australia when she was a child. Career Jessica had her first taste for acting at age 9, when she played her father's daughter on the long-running Australian TV series '' Police Rescue''. A year later she reappeared in another episode, when Marshall nominated Jessica to fill in for a role when the girl who was originally booked to do the job refused because the character was required to be submerged in a swamp. It was not until Jessica was 15 that she decided to be an actress. On her first serious ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
