Revelation Perth International Film Festival never stops!
It’s been a crazy few weeks for us with both the film festival and our own games and immersive tech event XR:WA happening back to back. With 200 plus films and 70 plus games and immersive works on show plus a tonne of talks, panels and presentations, both events represented a true 'ideas market' where screen artists of all forms and audiences came together to explore the screen sector in all its diversity.
With guests coming from around Australia and the world, both events cemented Rev’s place as Australia’s key international screen event for the independent sector. With multiple sell-out houses for Rev and a busy exhibition floor for XR:WA, together they demonstrate the interest and the enthusiasm for these screen forms that embrace risk, adventure and ambition – and we’re proud to be part of the lives of these films and filmmakers.
WA Screen Culture Awards
Submissions for the 2023 WA Screen Culture Awards are NOW OPEN!
Established in 2020, the WA Screen Culture Awards are all about celebrating the remarkable achievements, innovation, and ambition of our local screen industry. From thrilling games and immersive VR experiences to mesmerising moving image art, our independent screen community has had an incredible year of creativity and talent! And now, it's time to recognise and honour their outstanding contributions in 22 diverse categories! Join us on Sunday, 26 November, at Luna Palace Cinemas Leederville for the highly-anticipated fourth annual WA Screen Culture Awards celebration. Submit your entries today, and let's make the 2023 WA Screen Culture Awards a night to remember!
RevStream
Our very own WA-based streaming service – RevStream – is proving to be enormously successful locally, nationally and internationally and we’re adding titles every month. With more than 2,000 viewers since the beginning of the year, RevStream contains 500 plus international short, feature and documentary titles, most of which we’ve screened in the fest over the last 26 years.
Cinema happenings in Perth
Book to FilmIn 'Far From Men' (France 2014), a former soldier, now the sole teacher at a school in the Atlas Mountains, is caught between two worlds on the eve of the Algerian War of Independence. Viggo Mortensen stars as the teacher who discovers that even in this isolated setting, neutrality is not an option. David Oelhoffen’s adaptation of 'The Guest', a short story by Albert Camus, features stunning cinematography and a haunting score (Nick Cave and Warren Ellis) in support of complex themes of free will and loyalty in a colonial setting. Session presented by John Newman and Michael O’Rourke.
The Backlot Perth – Sunday 13 August 2pm – tickets from eventbrite.
Streets of Colour
From the Western suburbs of Sydney comes 'Streets Of Colour', an emotive and cinematic Australian film by Ronnie S. Riskalla. This gripping movie touches on cultural identity, crime, love, and faith in a way that will resonate with everyone. Tez, a 25-year-old drug dealer battling a cultural identity complex, must clean up his act to regain custody of his baby son after a tragic incident. Featuring Rahel Romahn's career-defining performance, this film is a must-see! Don't miss this powerful storytelling!
The Backlot Perth – Sunday 13 August 5pm – tickets from Humanitix.
'Black Cockatoo Crisis'
Black Cockatoo Crisis
Attention all nature enthusiasts and bird advocates. Join the critical mission to save Western Australia’s unique black cockatoos from extinction. Transition Town Vincent are screening 'Black Cockatoo Crisis', a powerful documentary film project designed to inform, inspire and engage. Directed by Jane Hammond, this eye-opening film tells the story of these special birds and their fight for survival.
Monday 14 August 6.15pm – tickets from Humanitix.
Frank and Frank
After a sold-out world premiere during our July festival, 'Frank And Frank' is back for general release. This gentle dramedy, featuring nuanced performances from Myles Pollard and Trevor Jamieson, is a MUST SEE at Luna Cinemas from 17 August. Don’t miss this captivating portrayal of friendship and uncertainty in the middle years of life!
Perth Horror Film Festival
Darkness descends upon Perth as the ominous Perth Horror Film Festival draws near. Running from 18-20 August at the Backlot Perth, prepare for a bone-chilling experience with eerie feature films and a collection of terrifying horror shorts that will send shivers down your spine! Don’t miss this must-see event for horror film enthusiasts seeking thrills and chills on these cold, haunting Winter nights.
Tickets from eventbrite.
