Green Square Library is proud to host the second annual Microflix Awards and Festival.
Whether you’re a film buff, a lover of literature or a budding filmmaker, come and experience this exciting showcase of contemporary Australian storytelling through film. Enjoy free film screenings, the awards ceremony and a mobile filmmaking workshop over 3 days.
Special screening event: 7.30–9pm, Thursday 24 October
Get a taste of the entries in this year’s competition with a special preview of selected films. Discover the stories the films are based on with some behind-the-scenes insights into how they were made. Reserve ticket
Microflix awards ceremony: 7.30–9pm, Friday 25 October
Join our esteemed judges, Fenella Kernebone, Stephanie King and Will Simon for the screening of finalist films, followed by the awards ceremony. Categories include Best adaptation, Best film made on a smartphone and Best direction. Reserve ticket
Mobile filmmaking workshop: 12pm–3.30pm, Saturday 26 October
Get hands-on experience in this free workshop for new and emerging filmmakers with Microflix Festival and short story publishing house, Spineless Wonders. Presented by Screenability filmmaker, Shawn Spina and with a focus on story-to-film adaptation, this workshop will allow you to explore smartphone filmmaking including how to adapt micro-stories for the screen. Reserve ticket
No prior knowledge of filmmaking is required to attend the workshop. While the workshop is suitable for ages 16 years and over, parental guidance is advised for the screening and awards night due to adult themes in the films screened.
All sessions are free, however bookings are recommended as places are limited.
Presented with City of Sydney Library.