Tropfest Roughcut 2013

Learn what it's like to make award-winning films and shows from the masterminds.
Madeline Milani
Published on November 25, 2013

Overview

Tropfest, "the world’s largest short film festival", is returning to Sydney this December. The festival, which features the newest and best Australian-made short films, is a must for film lovers and makers. With it, is the return of Roughcut, a day of insightful talks and lessons of the cinematic process from award-winning filmmakers. Each session of the day focuses on different aspects of the filmmaking process and will feature a star-studded lineup of some of the brightest talents of the Australian film and television industry.

Guests include director Gracie Otto (The Last Impresario, La Meme Nuit, Broken Beat), director Kriv Stenders (Red Dog, Kill Me Three Times) and producers Imogen Banks and John Edwards (Tangle, Offspring, Puberty Blues). Oscar Winner Adam Elliot (Harvie Krumpet, Mary and Max) will also be in attendance, sharing his experiences and creative processes of creating with claymation.

From the television side, the team from Foxtel's new Australian drama miniseries Devil's Playground will talk about the making of their highly anticipated psychological thriller. The panel includes producer Helen Bowden, EP/lead actor Simon Burke, writer/show runner Blake Ashyford and actor Matt Levett.

Whether you’re a huge fan of these films and shows or are dying to break into the industry, don’t miss out on Roughcut. Tickets are just $25 for the whole day, all sessions included.

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