Queensland School of Film and Television

01/09/2026

FREE MOVIE DOUBLE PASSES:
THANKS to STUDIOCANAL, and to celebrate the cinema release of "Shaun The Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom" - In cinemas 17th September 2026
QSFT has 5 x DOUBLE PASSES to giveaway.
To be in the draw for 1 of the 5 lucky winners, please "LIKE" & "SHARE" this post before the 17th of September 2026 and ensure you "EMAIL" full name and contact detail with subject line "SHAUN THE SHEEP: THE BEAST OF MOSSY BOTTOM" to [email protected] to be eligible for the competition.
(Tickets for South East QLD Area Participants Only - Participant is to check the classification and age requirement prior to entry of competition - Winners will be posted on Queensland School of Film and Television's page and contacted by email on the 18th of September for pick up/entry details).
SYNOPSIS:
SHAUN THE SHEEP: THE BEAST OF MOSSY BOTTOM sees the residents of Mossy Bottom Farm looking forward to Halloween - until the clumsy Farmer trashes the Flock's beloved pumpkin patch! When Shaun turns MAD SCIENTIST to fix the problem, things rapidly spiral out of control...With The Farmer missing and a wild beast roaming the woods of Mossingham, all the ingredients are in place for a monstrously fun family adventure.
DIRECTOR: Steve Cox & Matthew Walker
WRITER: Mark Burton & Giles Pilbrow
CAST: Nina Sosanya, Paul Whitehouse & Justin Fletcher (Refer to https://www.imdb.com/title/tt36841161/fullcredits/... full cast list)
CLASSIFICATION: TBC (Winner is to check for classification eligibility)
RUN TIME: 81 min.
GENRE: Family, Adventure, Comedy, Horror
OFFICIAL TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CPnIpYZuY5c
RELEASE DATE: Thursday, 17th September 2026

29/08/2026

FREE DOUBLE PASS FOR THE ST. ALI ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL:
THANKS to ChatterBox, QSFT is giving away 5 x DOUBLE PASSES to a screening event of the "ST. ALI ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL".
To be in the draw, please "LIKE" & "SHARE" this post before 16th of September 2026 and ensure you "EMAIL" full name and contact detail with subject line "ST. ALI ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL" to [email protected] to be eligible for the competition.
(Tickets for South East QLD Area Participants Only - Participant is to check the classification and age requirement prior entry of competition - Winner will be posted on Queensland School of Film and Television's page and contact by email on 17th of September for ticket arrangement details).
Returning to cinema screens this September is the largest celebration of Italian culture and film outside Italy, the 2026 ST. ALi Italian Film Festival presented by Palace. Featuring unmissable gems from some of Italy's finest filmic talents, the festival screens in Sydney, Melbourne, Ballarat, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Byron Bay and Ballina from 16 September.
FESTIVAL SCREENINGS:
Canberra: 16 September – 14 October, Palace Electric Cinema
Adelaide: 16 September - 13 October, Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas, Palace Nova Prospect Cinemas
Sydney: 17 September - 14 October, Palace Moore Park, Palace Norton St, Palace Central
Byron Bay and Ballina: 17 September - 14 October, Palace Byron Bay, Ballina Fair Cinemas
Melbourne: 18 September – 15 October, The Astor Theatre, Palace Balwyn, Palace Brighton Bay, Palace Cinema Como, Palace Penny Lane, Palace Westgarth, The Kino, Pentridge Cinema and Cinema Nova
Ballarat: 18 September – 15 October, Palace Regent Cinema
Brisbane: 24 September – 18 October, Palace Barracks, Palace James Street
Perth: 24 September - 18 October, Palace Raine Square, Luna Leederville, Luna on SX, Windsor Cinema
For updates and more information, visit http://www.italianfilmfestival.com.au/ and join the mailing list or follow;
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Official Website: http://www.italianfilmfestival.com.au/

29/08/2026

Congratulations to the following “THE PARTY'S OVER” double pass competition winners!
- Jen Bray
- Tracey Cabrera
- Gwynne Meredith
Winners will receive an email for prize arrangement instructions. (Please check junk/spam mailbox and PM us know if not received in 24 hrs)
Thank you all for your participation and support and keep an eye out for the next competition!
Wish you all have an awesome day!

24/08/2026

FILM FESTIVAL:
Heart Of Gold International Short Film Festival
12-20 September 2026
"BRILLIANT SHORT FILMS, FROM EVERY CORNER OF THE WORLD
Every year Gympie comes alive with film lovers from far and wide to celebrate short films that are uplifting, heartwarming and inspirational during Queensland’s biggest short film festival, Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival.
Heart of Gold programs carefully-crafted short films from around the world that deeply resonate with all types of audiences. The three day program includes more than 20 sessions of shorts from all genres that best capture Heart of Gold’s vision to screen films that are heart-warming, thought-provoking and entertaining. Our films can be edgy, they can be groundbreaking, and they can be downright hilarious – as long as they beat with a good, strong heart."
For more information about Heart of Gold International Short Film Festival - https://www.heartofgold.com.au/
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19/08/2026

On-set with the QSFT Diploma Program for the 'A Better Fit' short film shoot.
Request for Info Pack - http://ems.gs/3tcU0dbbHdS
http://www.qsft.qld.edu.au/

17/08/2026

FILM TECHNOLOGY:
Laowa launches Aksen ultra macro lens series
- article by Inside Film Magazine
“Laowa has unveiled Aksen, a new full-frame parfocal zoom ultra macro lens series, comprising the Aksen 45mm f/2.8 1–5x Ultra Macro APO and the Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5–10x Ultra Macro APO. Each are available in both photo and cine variants.
The Aksen series has been designed to fill a long-standing gap in the 1–10x Ultra Macro category. The series, previously named Axon, has already won the Best Ultra Macro Lens category at the TIPA (Technical Image Press Association) World Awards.”
To read more on this article - https://if.com.au/laowa-launches-aksen-ultra-macro-lens-series/
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Laowa has unveiled Aksen, a new full-frame parfocal zoom ultra macro lens series, comprising the Aksen 45mm f/2.8 1–5x Ultra Macro APO and the Aksen 17.5mm f/1.7 5–10x Ultra Macro APO. Each are available in both photo and cine variants.

16/08/2026

FILM FESTIVAL:
Underdog Film Fest
12-13 September 2026
"Underdog Film Fest, Logan's first independent film festival, has been developed in consultation with established local filmmakers, film teachers, tertiary institutions, arts and community organisations.
Underdog Film Fest is a grassroots community event, with the goal of telling Australian stories of community & cultural spirit."
For more information about the Underdog Film Fest - https://www.underdogfilmfest.com.au/
For event passes - https://filmfreeway.com/UnderdogFilmFest
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15/08/2026

Congratulations to the following “STOP! THAT! TRAIN!” double pass competition winners!
- Daniel Durkin
- Jule Winn
- Louise Barwick
- Zelma
- Fleur Kelly
Winners will receive an email for prize arrangement instructions. (Please check junk/spam mailbox and PM us know if not received in 24 hrs)
Thank you all for your participation and support and keep an eye out for the next competition!
Wish you all have an awesome day!

14/08/2026

FILM TECHNOLOGY:
Matthews updates rolling monitor stand
- article by Inside Film Magazine
“Matthews has launched the Monitor Stand III, the latest version of its rolling monitor support stand for production crews.
The Monitor Stand III adds straight-tracking, dual-locking casters with V-shaped brakes that lock in at three points of contact, and tough black forge-texture finish along with reinforced braces and an integrated carry handle. A 1/4″-20 tapped baby pin provides an extra mounting point for flags and accessories, while a 5.5″/14cm base height allows the stand to slide under furniture. A Rocky Mountain leveling leg is included to handle uneven surfaces, and the stand offers a 70-lb/31.75kg weight capacity.
The stand can be paired with the optional bolt-on battery tray to place a battery at the base, freeing up the risers to support monitors and other equipment above.
The Monitor Stand III has a minimum loading height of 31″/78cm and a maximum loading height of 69″/175cm, with a base height of 5.5″/14cm. It weighs 20 lbs./9kg, carries a capacity of 70 lbs./32kg, and incorporates a 1/4″-20 thread.”
To read more on this article - https://if.com.au/matthews-updates-rolling-monitor-stand/
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Matthews has launched the Monitor Stand III, the latest version of its rolling monitor support stand for production crews.

13/08/2026

FILM INDUSTRY:
The Next Brilliant Career
- Application closes 18/AUG/26: media release by Screen Queensland
"To celebrate the launch of Netflix’s new series My Brilliant Career, Screen Queensland is partnering with Netflix, the Australian Writers' Guild (AWG) and other state and territory screen agencies to deliver The Next Brilliant Career—a national development program supporting Australian writers and advancing diversity across the screen industry.
The program is open to writers across Australia who identify as women or non-binary. Applicants are invited to submit an original story concept for the opportunity to pitch directly to Netflix and receive structured industry feedback to help develop their story for the screen."
To find out more about this opportunity and how to apply - https://screenqueensland.com.au/initiatives/the-next-brilliant-career/

Key dates: Participants notified – Monday 28 September Pitch day – Tuesday 6 October Applications close: Tuesday 18 August, 11:59pm APPLY NOW To celebrate the launch of Netflix’s new series My…