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13 Dec 2024

Bringing Stories to Life: Filmmakers Embark on Transformative Australia Awards Short Course

The cameras are rolling, and the stage is set! The Australia Awards Short Course “At the Forefront of Film – Screenwriting and Directing” started with a three-day pre-course workshop in Yogyakarta, uniting some of Indonesia’s brightest creative talents.

Guided by expert mentors, the participants dove into the art of crafting impactful stories and explored new perspectives on filmmaking. A significant highlight of the program was a visit to the Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) Market, where participants attended a vibrant panel discussion featuring celebrated filmmakers.

Organised by Griffith University’s Griffith Film School, the course provides a unique blend of storytelling, screenwriting, and directing essentials. Participants are now preparing for an intensive two-week program in Australia in January 2025, where they will hone their craft and connect with world-class industry professionals.

Participants will develop Award Projects and practical initiatives throughout the course to showcase their learning. These projects may be featured at the prestigious Festival Sinema Australia-Indonesia, underlining the transformative power of film to inspire change.

Stay tuned as these filmmakers bring their visions to life. Good luck with your studies in Australia!

Delivered by Griffith University, participants are immersed in an insightful session at the Pre-Course Workshop.
Delivered by Griffith University, participants are immersed in an insightful session at the Pre-Course Workshop.
Listening to new insights is always such an inspiring and energising experience! One of the participants shares his insights.
Listening to new insights is always such an inspiring and energising experience! One of the participants shares his insights.
Excitement buzzes through the room as a participant shares an exciting perspective.
Excitement buzzes through the room as a participant shares an exciting perspective.
Course participants dive into insightful panel sessions at JAFF Market 2024, exchanging ideas and forging connections for the future
Course participants dive into insightful panel sessions at JAFF Market 2024, exchanging ideas and forging connections for the future
The short course participants get a chance to meet Australian alumna and renowned filmmaker, Mira Lesmana.
The short course participants get a chance to meet Australian alumna and renowned filmmaker, Mira Lesmana.
An incredible opportunity for course participants to gain insights and inspiration from the legendary director, Riri Riza.
An incredible opportunity for course participants to gain insights and inspiration from the legendary director, Riri Riza.
All smiles as participants come together for a group photo at the vibrant Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) Market!
All smiles as participants come together for a group photo at the vibrant Jogja-NETPAC Asian Film Festival (JAFF) Market!

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