Film lovers are in for a treat as the nation's largest Australian and international short film festival makes its way to Gunnedah.
Flickerfest is returning to The Civic Theatre on Sunday, 3 August to deliver the best in shorts from Australia and around the world, carefully selected from more than 3,500 entries.
Now in its 34th year, Flickerfest is Australia's only Academy Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised Short Film Festival, inspiring filmmakers to think outside the box.
Gunnedah Shire Council Cultural Precinct Team Leader Danny Hankinson said Flickerfest was breaking ground by encouraging filmmakers to herald both creative and authentic content.
"Flickerfest is a unique concept in that it offers the best of both 'worlds' in film," he said.
"In the space of a few hours, you can immerse yourself in familiar scenes filmed in our own backyard, then undertake a visual journey to explore the unknown in lands further abroad.
"There's always something new to discover through Flickerfest."
The Civic Theatre will screen Australian Shorts at 12pm and International Shorts at 3pm on Sunday, 3 August.
Among the 10 Australian Shorts is a heartwarming sculpture film about love and connection, and the outrageous true tale of a man's efforts to protect the all-important supper at the annual bush dance.
International Shorts will feature eight films including the story of a youth handball team about to participate in their first major tournament, a country boy who spends his savings on his dream of a city hairstyle, and the tale behind the Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle.
Tickets are $15 per session or $25 for both sessions. To book, visit www.thecivic.com.au/live-theatre--events.
Caption: Outrageous short film The Hoist is one of 10 gems from our own backyard.
