Get ready to buckle up because The ReelGood Film Festival is back for its 10th year, showcasing 36 of Australia's most captivating short films on Saturday, April 27, at Lido Cinemas.
#RGFF24 films include the acclaimed Australian auteur Margot Nash (Undercurrents: meditations on power), Berlinale Competition selected film-maker Charlotte Mars (Girl and Body), Victoria Singh-Thompson (14 in February), Kate Vinen (Acts for the Invisible), Jordan Giusti (Grevillea) and Kalu Oji (What’s In a Name?).
The ReelGood Film Festival
Brace yourself for a hand-picked schedule jam-packed with –
- 25-minute film sessions of cinematic brilliance, every hour.
- 35-minute networking breaks on the Lido rooftop with cocktails, snacks and conversations.
- Engage in jam-packed Q&As with leading emerging and established Aussie filmmakers, gaining insights into their creative processes and industry experiences.
- Saturday, April 27 2024, at Lido Cinemas, Hawthorn, 10 am – 8 pm
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Hold onto your seats because 2024 marks a pivotal moment for the festival. For the very first time, they’re unleashing VR/XR experiences, offering captivating short film retrospectives and pioneering short film rough cut screenings with tailored industry feedback! It’s a groundbreaking move that’s set to redefine the very essence of the festival, setting the stage for years of cinematic brilliance to come.
From returning festival director, Chris Luscri: “I’m incredibly thrilled to be leading RGFF into its milestone tenth year, and a bold new future! I hope that audiences’ involvement in the festival proves to be a fun, stimulating and exceptionally thought-provoking one. RGFF is unique in that it is Victoria’s longest-running short film festival RUN by filmmakers and largely FOR filmmakers, making it a special experience for emerging and established short-form filmmakers alike, alongside general audiences. There is no better or more exciting time to be a filmmaker than now. Be bold, be inspired, be political, be kind, break down barriers and don’t take NO for an answer..”
From festival producers, Darius Family and Blake Curtis: “Marking our 10th year, RGFF continues to be a dynamic platform for filmmakers, championing boldness, creativity, and collaboration. We hope that audiences’ involvement in the festival proves to be a fun, stimulating and exceptionally thought-provoking one.”
RGFF isn’t just a festival—it’s a beacon of creativity and innovation, fueled by filmmakers, for filmmakers. And this year, they’re rolling out an expanded awards lineup, including categories like Best On-Screen Talent, Best Off-Screen Talent, Best Documentary, and the prestigious Best Film. Plus, don’t forget the Audience Choice award—because your voice matters.
You can RSVP by visiting our website (www.rgff.com.au) and following the RSVP link.
