Flickerfest Returns For 25th Year Of Short Film

By Kate Myers on January 6, 2016 in News

The return of Flickerfest to Bondi this month marks not only the beginning of a new year, but also another season of quality Australian film as the festival celebrates its 25th anniversary. Known for showcasing thought-provoking, relevant and creative short films, the event has gained a reputation as Australia’s premier film festival.

As the only Academy and BAFTA accredited short film festival in the country, Flickerfest showcases the highest quality Australian film making talent, and provides a platform for new filmmakers to flourish.

“The event is about the local as well as the global,” festival director and Bondi resident Bronwyn Kidd said. “We receive entries from all over the world, but lots of great entries from local film makers as well. It’s the A-list of short films.”

The focus for this year’s event is ‘classic cinema’, with a Marilyn Monroe ‘Happy Birthday’ inspired video, featuring Bondi’s own Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins, a testament to the mix of film and community that the festival seeks to promote.

While the event is aimed primarily at those 15 years and over, it also includes the FlickerKids program, which provides those aged 4-12 with the chance to engage with the world of film.

“It’s about involving the whole community,” Ms Kidd said.

Bondi Pavillion is set to host the event again this year, making the most of the indoor theatre, and the outdoor amphitheatre for the main screenings at 8:45pm.

“The Pavilion is such a great venue,” Ms Kidd said, “Our home is Bondi.”

Ms Kidd acknowledged that Waverley Council has been instrumental in the success of the event, allowing art festivals like Flickerfest to have a longstanding relevance in the local community.

Set amidst the iconic backdrop of Bondi Beach, the festival offers more than just film, with organic food and drinks served every day at the panoramic festival themed bar.

“Swim, grab a drink and a bite to eat,” Ms Kidd said, “And all under the stars at the iconic Bondi Pavilion.”

Flickerfest will run from January 8 to 17. For more information, visit www.flickerfest.com.au.