Revelation Perth International Film Festival never stops! Lock 12-16 July into your diary now! Programme announcements coming soon.
Next month we’ll be unleashing our 2023 festival programme. . . While we’re not giving too much away just yet, we can say that we have the king of rock and roll, a legend of soul, and post-punk pioneers, the world’s most famous video artist, teenagers dreaming of cinema, unique mid-life friendships, strange trips on roads and in backwoods, and much more.
Fireside Chats
A free collection of panel discussions and interviews are available on our website. These talks feature esteemed filmmakers from both the past and present, providing a fascinating learning opportunity. Take advantage of the chance to watch and learn from some of the industry's best.
XR:WA 2023
We’re just about programmed and can’t wait to reveal what’s in store but we’ve got national and international guests, 30+ games, 15+ VR experiences, table top games and 20+ AR exhibits. On top of that, there's 20+ talks, workshops and panels. Running across four days at the State Library of WA and the WA Museum Boola Bardip, all events and activities are free. Dates are 20-23 July.
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+ international short, feature and documentary titles, most of which we’ve screened in the fest over the last 26 years. So for May we’re very pleased to include the uncomfortably fantastic Australian work 'A Family', Wayne Coles-Janess’ stirring advocacy doc 'Bougainville Our Island, Our Fight', and the Aussie thriller 'Burning Kiss'. To round things out, there’s two works from Kim Longinotto – 'Sisters in Law' and 'Dream Girls'.
Memberships
Our Memberships are now open and if you want to get that little bit of extra Rev loving, why would you wait? As a member of the Revelation Film Festival, you are entitled to amazing discounts and benefits, both during the festival and throughout the year. In addition, you are supporting our efforts to provide the community with a quality independent screen culture.
Backstage WA
This month, Backstage WA has two fascinating interviews in store. First up, Noongar singer-songwriter duo Gina Williams and Guy Ghouse talk about the importance of preserving the Noongar language and how they blend traditional and contemporary music in their songs. Plus an interview with Elizabeth Gruszka, a talented makeup artist and former director at MAMA Masters Academy of Makeup Art in New Dehli. Elizabeth shares her unique background, which includes travels around the world, working in the music industry, and on Hollywood films. Check their YouTube channel Backstage WA.
Cinema happenings in Perth
‘Limbo' + Q&A'Limbo', the latest offering from the visionary director Ivan Sen, is an atmospheric outback noir that premiered at the Berlin Film Festival and is now making its way to Luna Palace Cinemas. The film follows the story of Travis, a weary detective tasked with investigating the cold case murder of Charlotte Hayes, a local Indigenous girl who was killed 20 years ago in the remote outback town of Limbo. The film is a poignant and intimate exploration of the complexities of loss and the impact of the justice system on Aboriginal families in Australia. Luna Palace Cinemas is proud to host director Ivan Sen and lead actor Simon Baker for a special Q&A screening of 'Limbo' on Tuesday 16 May.
'Flyways' + Q&A
Director Randall Wood's latest film, 'Flyways', is a must-see for all nature lovers, environmentalists, scientists, and fans of David Attenborough. The film follows the extraordinary migratory journey of endangered shorebirds, such as the Curlew, and highlights the many risks they face due to man-made factors such as climate change and coastal development. Through breathtaking footage, we are transported to various locations around the world, including Australia, Africa, China, Chile, Alaska, and Siberia, as we discover the secrets of these birds' migration patterns. Luna Leederville is thrilled to host Director Randall Wood, who will be speaking about the film on Friday 19 May. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the fascinating journey of these beautiful shorebirds and the importance of protecting their habitats.
'The Last Of Sheila'
Dreadful Frights: 'The Invisible Ray’
The film follows the story of Dr. Janos Rukh, a visionary astronomer who has invented a ground-breaking telescope that can peer into deep space and capture light rays revealing Earth's past. Don't miss this captivating tale of science and exploration. Friday 19 May, 7pm at The Backlot Perth, tickets from Eventbrite.
The Vault: 'The Last Of Sheila’
The 50th anniversary screening of 'The Last Of Sheila', a film considered to be the inspiration for 'Knives Out'. Clinton Greene invites his friends for a luxurious vacation on his cruise ship, complete with a mystery game for all the guests. But what starts as a harmless game quickly turns into a real murder mystery with deadly consequences. This gripping whodunit will keep you on the edge of your seat. Sunday 21 May, 2pm at The Backlot Perth, tickets from Eventbrite.
Trash Classics and Black Maria Film Collective: 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2’
Director Tobe Hooper returned to the franchise with Leatherface and his family of cannibals in this over-the-top sequel produced by Cannon Movies, which skewered and roasted all of the excesses of the eighties. A bloody, wild and wacky time at the flicks. Friday 26 May, 9pm at Luna Leederville.
