Film

Tropfest founder John Polson says AI not 'out of the question' in 2026 festival return
Tropfest returns in 2025 with new educational programs, mentorships, and possible AI transparency rules.

Zoe Pepper's violent satire Birthright to open Byron Bay Film Festival
Zoe Pepper's dark family satire Birthright kicks off the Byron Bay Film Festival.

OMNI AI Film Festival founders: 8 critical questions about ethics
The OMNI AI Film Festival founders have addressed ethical and creative concerns around generative AI.

Bluey movie to hit cinemas in 2027 with returning cast and major financing
The Bluey movie hits Australian cinemas on 5 August 2027.

Why is there a shiny Pokémon in Ari Aster's Eddington (and what's AI got to do with it)?
Ari Aster's Eddington uses a Pokémon-inspired AI glitch to examine the effects of technology on reality.

The Toxic Avenger review: bleeding gore-some and splat-tastic
The Toxic Avenger reboot starring Peter Dinklage is a Troma-tic triumph.

Ice Road: Vengeance review – Neeson's Nepalese shootout in Walhalla, Victoria
Ice Road: Vengeance is set in Nepal, partially filmed in Australia, and sees a shootout in a tiny Victorian village…

But Also John Clarke review: an abundantly comforting documentary
Lorin Clarke's film about her late, much-loved father John Clarke offers insights and giggles in equal measure.

Call of Duty film in development at Paramount
The deal is for a single film, but could inspire a larger franchise.

George Miller will judge AI generated films at inaugural OMNI festival
Creators are encouraged to submit AI-generated films to OMNI by 15 September 2025.