FlickerLab – 2021
Download: FlickerLab 2021 full programme here.
A ONE-DAY JOURNEY FROM SHORTS TO FEATURES
PRESENTED BY SAE CREATIVE MEDIA INSTITUTE
FlickerLab gives you the chance to immerse yourself in the latest filmmaking trends as you spend the day with some of the industry’s leading film experts, offering up their expertise and wisdom with a range of panels designed to enhance and develop your creative ideas and get your film noticed in the marketplace. The entire scope of the film making experience is covered, from initial concept through to script, producing, marketing, distribution and the latest cross platform and alternative distribution methods.
Listen, share, network and engage as our panellists guide you through the joys and challenges of filmmaking. Absorb essential tips and knowledge and be inspired on your own creative journey.
Our panellists on the day will include Rachel Gardner (See Saw Films), Lisa Shaunessy (2067, Ellie & Abbie (& Ellie’s Dead Aunt) ), Michaela Perske (Girls Can’t Surf, Black Divas), John Collee (Master And Commander, Happy Feet) Andrea Ulbrick (Screen NSW), Garry Maddox (Arts writer Sydney Morning Herald), Victoria Wharfe McIntyre (Miro, The Flood), Serhat Caradee (Cedar Boys, A Lion Returns), Lousie Balletti (FilmInk Presents), Danny Lechevre (Fanforce) & more.
4 SESSIONS & NETWORKING DRINKS
FROM IDEA TO PAGE
10.00am – 11.30am
Everyone will tell you a good script is an essential ingredient for any good film. Our panel of experienced screenwriters will discuss turning a good idea into a good script, looking in detail at development, collaboration and script editing. They will share their insights about their own transitions from independent shorts to lauded feature films. Discussions will also include observations about writing for some of television’s most successful and acclaimed dramas. This valuable session is a must for all budding screenwriters and filmmakers looking to develop and write scripts.
THE DIRECTOR’S JOURNEY
11.45am – 1.15pm
Intimately follow the career path of an esteemed Australian director from independent short filmmaker to feature film director. Areas of discussion will include script development, working collaboratively, casting, directing actors, where ideas come from and how to make the leap from shorts to features.
BREAK for LUNCH – OFF-SITE (COVID -safe condition)
MAKING IT HAPPEN
2.00pm – 3.30pm
The Producer oversees the entire film from the initial idea, right through to production and distribution. They are key in making it happen. Our panelists discuss the role of the producer, from budgeting and financing to marketing and distribution and everything in between. All producers are different and this diverse and hard-working panel will share their differing approaches to the very important task of getting the film made.
MARKET TO MARKET – CONQUER THE WORLD ON ALL PLATFORMS: DISTRIBUTION, FESTIVALS AND MULTI-PLATFORM DISTRIBUTION
3.45pm – 5.15pm
Now your short film is finished. What next? How do your launch your next project? This informative session puts the spotlight on current marketing and distribution trends to get your feature, web or TV series seen by the largest audiences possible. The panel will dissect traditional distribution models and offer up innovative cross platform alternatives. In the age of digital distribution find out how these new models can enhance the viewing potential of your film and build your filmmaking reputation.
NETWORKING DRINKS
presented by
5.15pm – 6.15pm
Seated filmmakers drinks in the Festival Garden Bar.
Workshop: Fri 29 Jan, 10am to 5pm | Runtime: 4x 1.5hr sessions | Classification: Open all ages
