THE FUTURE BELONGS TO THE CURIOUS

Unexpected stories waiting to be discovered.

FIND WHAT’S NEXT IN SCREEN.

From feature films and shorts to TV premieres, music videos and XR.

A CELEBRATION OF THE MOVING IMAGE

The future of Screen awaits the curious.

About

AN UNRIVALLED SCREEN PROGRAM

Connect. Collaborate. Celebrate.

The SXSW Sydney 2024 Screen offering unites film professionals and creatives from across the globe, spotlighting exceptional talent from the Asia-Pacific region.

This year’s program features an extensive array of seminars, workshops, commentary sessions, and mentorships, providing deep insights into the screen industry’s creative process.

Attendees will enjoy a curated showcase of feature films, shorts, TV premieres, music videos, and XR experiences. Embracing the democratisation of screen storytelling, this event celebrates the moving image and its innovative future.


Join us for a unique exploration of the evolving world of screen media.

Key Dates

SXSW Sydney Conference
Oct 14-20
Screen Festival
Oct 14-20
Screen Industry Networking
Oct 15-18
Screen Industry Professional Development
Oct 15-18
Screen Showcase
Oct 14-20

What To Expect

Professional Development

SXSW Sydney’s inaugural screen mentorship program features one-on-one events, classroom sessions, and lectures, giving emerging and mid-career filmmakers access to some of the world’s best practitioners. From directing to stunt work, composition to marketing, you’ll develop practical skills and gain advice and insight.

Networking

Propel your career forward through workshops, seminars, and events—including live director commentary, expert-led workshops, AMA sessions, meetups and pitch opportunities. Join industry members to celebrate shared passions, and drive innovation collectively. And back by popular demand, SXSW Sydney’s daily Screen Breakfasts.

industry focused conference sessions

Hear directly from acclaimed local and international filmmaking talent, including Camera d’Or winner and celebrated director, Warwick Thornton; Award-winning composer and musician Jed Kurzel; LuckyChap Entertainment’s Josey McNamara on their recent production slate; and Mark Andrews, director of Brave.

screen showcase

This year’s Screen Showcase doubles down on both genre filmmaking and short film programming to better showcase the exceptional talent emerging from APAC and beyond. Every evening, film headliner sessions will be featured in the Darling Harbour theatre every evening, offering a sneak peek of upcoming mainstream releases.

live commentary

There’s no better way to learn about filmmaking than watching a screening with live commentary. Esteemed professionals like Warwick Thornton (The New Boy, Samson and Delilah), Jed Kurzel (Monkey Man, The Babadook) and more will dissect the details, creative process, and share anecdotes. The result is a behind-the-scenes experience you need to witness to fully appreciate.

industry connections

The most significant support we can offer emerging screen creatives is to ensure their content reaches key markets. This new program brings in top talent from international acquisitions, development marketing and sales sectors to elevate our local industry’s exposure and foster unexpected career and project opportunities. 

Short Film Competition

Introducing the Short Film Competition and Games Jam! This initiative aims to unite highly skilled filmmakers and developers, fostering connections between the industries and presenting fresh ideas, new technology use and combined industry talents. Key details and themes will be announced in early September, providing creatives with one month to be part of this inaugural event.

Hear from filmmakers and of all kinds at the top of their game, sharing ideas and expertise to propel their industry forward.

"She Stays" - Ella se queda

Mexico

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Cowboys Doing Laundry

Australia

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FISHMONGER

United States of America

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Finding Jia

Australia

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Fishtank

China/USA

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ILY, Bye

United States of America

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Make Me a Pizza

USA

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Meat Puppet

United Kingdom

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Nepotism, Baby!

United States of America

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O.C.D.

United States of America

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She and Her Good Vibrations

Singapore

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The Shadow Wrangler

United States of America

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Vivie

New Zealand

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