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MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL CINEVERSE FILM FESTIVAL
IMDB CERTIFIED — FRESH, PHENOMENAL FILMS
Screen your work in Melbourne & Geelong, AUS and Auckland, NZL at Melbourne International CINEVERSE Film Festival.
Films selected for Melbourne International CINEVERSE film festival have the opportunity to win accolades, distribution opportunities + local and international prizes.
We’re team of filmmakers and film lovers ready to be wowed by your latest work. Based in the heart of Melbourne we screen your films at ACMI, and in cinemas in Geelong and Auckland.
This year your guides into the giddying world of the CINEVERSE are none other than; Actors; Jack Stratton-Smith, & Elvis Tran.
Did we mention we won FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR? [Winner CinéCiné’s Festival of the Year 2023]
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CATEGORIES
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Any country except Australia / NZ
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Open to Any Aus / NZ project
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Films and Music Videos from any (country except Australia / NZ)
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Open to all AUS and NZ Films up to 25 mins.
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Open to all AUS and NZ Films.
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Screenplays of any length, any genre.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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Open to All Victoria films either shot in Victoria, or produced or directed by Victorian filmmakers.
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FREE for all films with Queer Storyline or Queer Talent lead Performances.
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SHOW MANAGER VISION
Melbourne International Cineverse Film Festival is where bold stories and big dreams meet! In a city known for its vibrant arts scene (and endless coffee options), we’re here to bring fresh, daring voices to the screen. Our vision? To build a film fest that’s as diverse, edgy, and open-minded as Melbourne itself.
We’re all about stories that shake things up and get people talking. From local legends to international game-changers, Melbourne Cineverse is where emerging talents and seasoned pros alike get to shine. We celebrate creativity, empower filmmakers, and love showing off unique perspectives. Join us as we unite Melburnians (and everyone else) through the magic of cinema – because in this town, everyone deserves a front-row seat to something unforgettable.
SHOWRUNNER : JACK STRATTON-SMITH @jackstrattonsmith
Hailing from New Zealand, Jack Stratton-Smith moved to Australia to pursue a Career in Film and Television, studying Screen and Media. After roles in 'Unbroken' and 'KONG: Skull island', guest starred in Neighbours, Harrow (ABC), Five bedrooms (ABC) S1&3, multi-award winning ‘The Newsreader’, and the soon to be released Robbie Williams Biopic ‘Better Man’.
Jack is excited to Join the Cineverse team to showcase and support the vibrant talent that Australia has to offer, not only local but on but on the International stage. Bringing them together, and foster relationships for the future generation of our Film and Television industry.
