West End Film Festival 2017

Overview

Meet Brisbane's longest-running local film festival. The Brisbane International Film Festival was brought to an end after its 2013 run, and its replacement — the Brisbane Asia Pacific Film Festival — was just axed after three years, but the West End Film Festival is still kicking on. They're focused on short films rather than lengthier flicks, but it seems that good things come in small packages as the fest gears up for its ninth year.

Taking place on May 27 and 28, WEFF once again shines a spotlight on homegrown talents keeping things short and sweet in the cinema, with their program split over three sessions. Cats, tollbooth workers, scavenging seagulls, time travel... they all get a mention.

First, head along to the Boundary Street Markets at 6.30pm on Saturday night to watch music video submissions, and see who gets this year's prizes. Then, come back at 4pm and 7pm on Sunday for two stints that include documentaries and animation (plus more awards after the later session).