Film
Jimmy McGovern: a cracker of a night
After writing in Sydney with Blackfella Films, Jimmy McGovern describes the power of contrarianism, the value of throwing stuff away,…
Asian Animation Summit: Australian projects announced
Ten Australian children's projects are off to the inaugural Asian Animation Summit. They range from the fully developed and partially…
Ratings: Sunday, 11th November 2012
Armistice Day. Hamish and Andy's Caravan of Courage took 1.33m, just over twice Devil's Dust.
BBC: details make some sense of the shambles as Director-General leaves with a big jar of hunny
Fresh from the mess of Jimmy Savile, the BBC broadcasts allegations of sexual abuse by Lord McAlpine, once the treasurer…
Screen Australia: November 2012 production announcements
Not a long list, but it will bring relief to those embarked upon these ventures. Largest impact is probably on…
Foxtel: commissions Shine for Aussie version Pickers
Foxtel’s A&E channel today announced the commission of a new 10-part Australian factual entertainment series. In Aussie Pickers two pickers…
Enterprise Funding: the television tranche
Few calls for high art and cinematic daring in the latest round of Enterprise funding, as some practically commercial companies…
Dangerous Remedy: Seventies Noir, corrupt cops, and a hero Melbourne loved to hate
Dangerous Remedies, Ned Lander’s ABC telefeature about Dr Bert Wainer, the swashbuckling abortion law reform crusader of the 1960’s in…
Devil's Dust: executive producer on an industry which was once naive and beautiful, survives in a to
The ABC Sunday night classy Australian drama slot climaxes this weekend with Devil’s Dust, a two-part true story from FremantleMedia…
Matchbox: real Redheads and reality television
Matchbox Pictures, purveyors of fine cinema and classy television, has announced a reality television deal with Foxtel. They will make…