Located in Brisbane Australia within one of Australia’s best cinemas within one of Brisbane’s coolest precincts is the internationally acclaimed Australia Independent Film Festival. The festival screens at Palace | James Street which is a world-class cinema that boasts cutting-edge sound, state-of-the-art digital projection, and unparalleled comfort.
Known passionately as “the filmmaker’s festival,” AIFF is on track to become Australia’s premiere short film and screenplay festival. Founded in 2017 AIFF has grown from strength to strength and is now a prominent event on the domestic and international film festival circuit.
FIVE STARS – “We wish this great festival all the success”, Ali Mohammed Saeed director OF 2019 Oscar nominated MOSUL 980 – Iraq.
FIVE STARS – “Thank you for a well-organized festival”, Dekel Berenson, director of 2020 academy nominated short film ANNA – Israel.
FIVE STARS – “I really can’t overstate how great an experience we had with the organizers and programmers at AIFF. They really foster a truly positive and supportive community for filmmakers to take part in with their fantastic festival”, Nathan Fagan & Luke Daly directors of 2021 Oscar long list qualifying short film FLICKER – Ireland.
FIVE STARS – “Put this festival in your top 10 list to submit. You’ll be glad you did.” Jhett Tolentino, Grammy & Tony Award Winning Broadway Producer – America.
Whether you’re a student filmmaker, a first-time filmmaker or a seasoned professional your entry will be treated with the utmost respect and professionalism it deserves. We are open, transparent, and actively keep entrants updated throughout the season.
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