Australian Directors Guild afraid of Babadook as well

From a scary creature to a singing prison, the ADG awards were a sustained tribute to Neighbours, Andrew Lesnie, Paul Cox and honest craft.

11 May 2015 12:00

David Tiley

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The Babadook has spread far beyond Australia -here he is in London, set loose by Icon to the joy of producers Kristina Ceyton and Kristian Moliere.

The 2015 Australian Directors’ Guild Awards touched softly down at the Sofitel in Melbourne, paused in a surprisingly ample theatrette, and fed itself happily on a choice between lamb and salmon.

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David Tiley was the Editor of Screenhub from 2005 until he became Content Lead for Film in 2021 with a special interest in policy. He is a writer in screen media with a long career in educational programs, documentary, and government funding, with a side order in script editing. He values curiosity, humour and objectivity in support of Australian visions and the art of storytelling.