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Nextwave Coming Through

Screenwave International Film Festival — Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:01:48 +0000

Are you a young filmmaker? Submit your short film to the 2021 Nextwave Competition! Nextwave is presented by the Coffs Coast’s Screenwave International Film Festival (SWIFF). It is now in its seventh year. The submission date has just been extended to November 12 so it’s not too late to share your masterpiece.

Calling All Young Filmmakers

SWIFF is all about bringing new film experiences to Australian audiences. It’s the brainchild of husband-and-wife team, Dave Horsley and Kate Howat. SWIFF has developed into a screen culture collective, connecting cinephiles and movie lovers from all walks of life. SWIFF presents the Nextwave Youth Film Awards each year during the festival. Previously the competition has only been open to young regional filmmakers. But with the launch of the Nextwave Online film education service, it’s expanding to be open to every young person aged 10-25 in Australia.

What’s Required?

Short films can range from a variety of genres, including comedies, dramas, thrillers, sci-fi, animation, documentary and personal essays. Just make a short film under five minutes and creatively include the 2021 unique theme, “Pineapple”. Check the website for the full list of entrance guidelines.

Prizes and Screenings

There are an array of awards and prizes across a variety of age categories up for grabs. Short film finalists will have their films premiere at the SWIFF in Coffs Harbour in 2022. Lucky creatives will also have the opportunity for their films to screen at venues across Australia for Youth Week in April 2022.

Get all the details here. Good luck!

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Theatre Oz Open Day – Port Macquarie

Coastbeat — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 21:58:59 +0000

Theatre Oz has moved to a new space and is opening the doors to give people a look inside the performance school. There will be live performances, drama games, roaming characters, and even a sausage sizzle. The day will give interested students the chance to check out the 2021 classes and productions and enrol on the day for 10 per cent off Term 1 classes and lessons. Through structured classes, private lessons, and workshops, Theatre Oz Port Macquarie creates a fun enthusiastic environment, which will not only instil participants with confidence but also prepare them for industry training and professional work in the performing arts.

When: Saturday, January 30, 10.30am-1.30pm

Where: Unit 3, 1a Blackbutt Road, Port Macquarie

https://portmacquarieinfo.com.au/whats-on/events/theatre-oz-open-day

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SWIFF Ticket Release – Coffs Coast

Screenwave International Film Festival — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 00:09:54 +0000

Dates for the 2021 Screenwave International Film Festival (SWIFF) have been announced and early release passes are available now. The summer festival will move to a new autumn timeslot. From April 14 to 29 next year, SWIFF will feature over 100 feature films for the casual movie lover to die-hard cinephiles. SWIFF Co-Director Dave Horsley says it’s the most highly attended film festival in regional New South Wales.

“In a particularly volatile year for the arts and events industry, our team is thrilled to be able to confirm the return of SWIFF for our local and travelling festival audiences,” he says.

First release film passes are available now and can be purchased in bundles of 6, 12 and 24. All passes can be redeemed for all regular sessions but tickets to the Opening Night Gala, Closing Night Gala and Special Events must be purchased separately.

When: Festival passes available now

Where: Coffs Coast

Find out more here

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Australian Surf Movie Festival – Sawtell and Port Macquarie

Coastbeat — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 23:32:14 +0000

Strap in for a jaw-dropping journey with some of the world’s best big wave riders. The Australian Surf Movie Festival returns to venues across the country this November and December. On Saturday it’s Sawtell’s turn and on Sunday, the festival moves to Port Macquarie. Watch five short documentaries shot in five different locations, all featuring skilled surfers battling the biggest waves on the planet.

When: Saturday November 21 and Sunday November 22

Where: Majestic Cinema Sawtell and Majestic Cinema Port Macquarie

Find out more here

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Byron Bay International Film Festival

Coastbeat — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 04:48:01 +0000

The independent and creative spirit of filmmaking will be on display when the Byron Bay International Film Festival returns with a special edition hybrid festival providing audiences with the opportunity to experience select cinema screenings of a collection of outstanding features, documentaries, shorts, surf and local films. The festival will open on Friday with the NSW premiere of ‘Firestarter – The Story of Bangara’, which was this week named winner of the Feature Documentary Award at the Adelaide Film Festival. The opening night is already sold out but ‘Firestarter’ will screen on other dates during the festival. Those unable to make it to Byron will have the opportunity to virtually sit under a full moon for a screening next to Byron’s iconic lighthouse in a magical 360-degree experience as BBFF offers a unique take on presenting a virtual festival.

When: Friday October 23 to Sunday, November 1

Where: Palace Byron Bay and Byron Theatre

Full details on the festival here.

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The Show Must Go On – Taree

Coastbeat — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:45:22 +0000

The Manning Entertainment Centre is open again and hosting a series of events specifically showcasing local talent from the Mid North Coast. To help celebrate, the Taree Arts Council is presenting ‘The Show Must Go On’, highlighting songs and scenes from the past decade, and some blockbusters to come. It will all be served up with original costumes, lighting and special effects. Catch stellar performances by Jeremy Miller, Stacey Sedlen, Mary Camphuis, Rod Illidge, Liz Hall, Tim Gibbs, Trish Williams, Pam Phillips, Nicole Burton and more.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2.00pm and 7.30pm
Where: Manning Entertainment Centre, 33 Manning River Drive, Taree
Cost: Adult $35, concession $30

Details and bookings here

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The Big Bike Film Night – Lismore, Port Macquarie, Sawtell, Byron Bay

Coastbeat — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:41:00 +0000

It’s time to jump on your bike and head to the cinema – Lycra optional. The Big Bike Film Night showcases the best cycling short films from around the world, featuring action, drama, humour and plenty of inspiration in an evening designed and devised for the two-wheel devotee. The films are a great reminder of why people love to ride their bike; with tales of character, resilience, challenge, courage, triumphs over adversity and much more.

When: Saturday, October 17, 5pm
Where: Star Court Theatre, 126 Molesworth Street, Lismore

Also at Port Macquarie (October 22, 7pm), Sawtell (October 29, 6.30pm) and Byron Bay (November 13, 7pm).

Information and bookings here

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‘Boaty’ – Byron Bay

Coastbeat — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 04:08:46 +0000

Join a group of surfing mates on a 14-day trip through the Mentawai Islands in Indonesia at the premiere of their film, ‘Boaty’. The 30^th birthday adventure has been turned into a 38-minute movie showing the fellas having fun on land as well as in one of Indonesia’s most incredible left-hand surfing breaks.

When: Friday, October 9, sessions at 7pm and 8pm

Where: Palace Cinemas, Byron Bay

Cost: $15 ($5 of each ticket going to Let’s Help Bali COVID-19 Foundation)

Book your tickets here

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Coffs Coast Film Festival Equips the Movie Makers of Tomorrow

Screenwave International Film Festival — Fri, 02 Oct 2020 02:16:02 +0000

The next generation of North Coast filmmakers are learning the ropes thanks to a partnership between Screenwave International Film Festival and Southern Cross University. SWIFF’s youth development program Nextwave has moved online and with SCU’s support, it’s being offered to a select group of regional Australian schools free of charge. Coastbeat went along to the Kadina High campus of The Rivers Secondary College to meet students taking part in the program.

Comedies, thrillers and music videos – students at The Rivers Secondary College in Lismore are already planning the films they’ll make with the skills they’re learning. They’ve just begun the Coffs Coast’s Screenwave International Film Festival youth development program, Nextwave. The program is made up of ten episodes comprehensively introducing students to all of the elements of film making. Teachers are equipped with companion guides to teach each episode as well as additional resources and activities. The program is fully subsidised thanks to an ongoing strategic partnership with Southern Cross University.

“Our vision is for young regional people across the country to have filmmaking skills to help them in their careers and in their lives,” explains SWIFF Co-Director Kate Howat. “We’d like to thank Southern Cross University for supporting that vision.”

“This series of short courses will foster and support the creativity of young Australians, giving them the tools to tell their own stories from all corners of this vast continent,” says Ben Roche, Vice President (Engagement) at Southern Cross.

“It is exciting that College students in the Creative and Performing Arts will have an opportunity to participate in this program,” Executive Principal Ian Davies says.

Drama and Entertainment teacher at Kadina High, Daniel Sassi will deliver the course. He says some of the students taking part in Nextwave Online have no filmmaking experience, while others have dabbled in it. Regardless, it’s clear that they’re keen to learn. Kadina High student Ayla says she has been experimenting with short films since primary school.

“My friends and I would make up stories then use iPads to film and edit little videos,” she says. “I was also involved in a music video shoot in Byron Bay and learnt so much about how much work it takes.”

Another student, Chloe acted in a short film and says she couldn’t believe the level of planning.

“The attention to detail was amazing,” she says. “They wanted a shot of my hair being flicked and that one shot required so many takes!”

It is hoped that the students taking part in Nextwave Online will use their newfound skills to create an entry for the Nextwave short film competition for young people aged 10-25. The Screenwave International Film Festival takes place on the Coffs Coast every January and the finalists’ films will be screened at the Nextwave Youth Film Awards.

SWIFF is the type of event that would be right at home in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Brisbane. However, SWIFF and Nextwave Founder and Director, David Horsley says he and partner Kate fell in love with the beauty of the Coffs Coast and chose to stage the festival in the welcoming community they found.

“To be honest, we weren’t sure how it would be received or whether the size of the region lined up with the type of film festival we wanted to create,” David confesses. “But audiences keep turning out every year. 7,000 people headed into cinemas last festival!”

Learn more about Nextwave and stay up to date with the festival on Instagram.

Read our story about the Coffs Coast’s SWIFF here.

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Manhattan Short Film Festival

Coastbeat — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 02:14:58 +0000

Be part of a worldwide audience for this acclaimed event and your vote will help decide the winner.

The Manhattan Short Film Festival is one-of-a-kind competition taking place in more than 400 venues across six continents. Nine films have made the final shortlist and are being screened across the world during a one-week period. The Best Film and Best Actor awards are determined by ballots cast by the audiences at each screening, with the results from each venue emailed to New York City, where they will be tallied so the winners can be announced on Monday, October 12.

The final films represent the best short films from more than 1000 submissions from around the world, covering an extraordinary range of genres, including drama, science fiction, suspense, animation and comedy.

The finalists are:

Safe Space (Australia) Two detectives craft an intricate interrogation technique to intimidate an apparent witness to police corruption.

The Stick (Finland) Aava has but one wish: to get a dog. Meanwhile, her parents’ marriage is falling apart.

Exam (Iran) A teenage girl gets involved in the process of delivering a pack of cocaine to its client and gets stuck in a weird cycle of occurrences.

Hey, Grey (Russia) At death’s door, a thriving businessman meets his old dog, Grey, which he heartlessly threw out on the street many years ago.

White Eye (Israel) A man finds his stolen bicycle, but now it belongs to a stranger. How much of himself will he lose to get it back?

Sticker (North Macedonia) After an unsuccessful attempt to renew his automobile registration, Dejan falls into a bureaucratic trap that tests his determination to be a responsible father.

Two Little Boys (USA) A boy’s secret love for his closeted bully drives him into an unconventional road to confession and its consequences.

Maestro (France) A stick-wielding squirrel conducts a nocturnal chorus of opera-loving forest creatures.

The Present (Palestine) On his wedding anniversary, Yusef and his young daughter set out in the West Bank to buy his wife a gift. Between soldiers, segregated roads and checkpoints, how easy can it be to go shopping?

Warning: Possible strong language and adult themes. Parental guidance recommended.

When: Saturday, October 3, 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Where: The Glasshouse, Port Macquarie

For more information visit The Glasshouse.

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