Writing and Publishing

Hearts and Minds: punters explain why Australian content rools
Research goes beyond the usual statistical breakdowns to document some conversations with Australians about local content.

Top five female animators at MIAF
The Melbourne International Animation Festival (MIAF) proves there is no shortage of female talent; we pick five greats.

Computer Chess
At first glance, Andrew Bujalski’s Computer Chess seems simple, charting the unglamorous battle of man and machine.

>[sdc]< (Simon Currie)
Contemporary visual artist Simon Currie, also known as >[sdc]< is a Sydney-based painter, photographer and printmaker.

Art outlasts Darwin's dampest
Contrary to popular belief, the arts aren't swept away during Darwin's wet season.

Portuguese auteur Miguel Gomes to head Cannes Critics’ Week jury
Portuguese writer-director and former film critic Miguel Gomes (‘Tabu’) will preside over Cannes Critics’ Week Grand Prize this year.

Why we love music
Music is the most popular art form in Australia. What makes it so appealing?

Richard Moore finds a new festival to call home
Richard Moore has found a new festival home after bidding farewell to the Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF) last year.

SA Film Corporation announces new Chair
There’s a new Chair of the South Australian Film Corporation (SAFC) it was announced this week.

Can fashion film kill the catwalk star?
A new wave of Australian short fashion films is putting catwalks to the test as fashion designers find new audiences…