In the final round of documentary funding for this financial year Screen Australia announced 13 projects that will receive over AU$3.8 million in support, generating production value of more than AU$13.2 million. The projects selected under the National Documentary Programme and General Documentary Programme include eight one-off documentaries and five series. The documentaries will appeal to a diverse audience covering areas across science, arts, sports, history and religion, and will be … [Read more...] about Screen Australia invests in 13 new documentaries
Liz Stevens
Screen Australia announces funding for seven documentaries
Screen Australia announced AU$1.15 million in funding for seven feature length documentaries through its Signature funding programme on May 1, initiating AU$2.69 million worth of production. Screen Australia Senior Manager, Documentary Liz Stevens said, “We have backed a large and distinctive slate of Signature documentaries this year, reinforcing the strength and diversity of one-off documentaries, and will provide support to established producers and directors as well as emerging … [Read more...] about Screen Australia announces funding for seven documentaries
Screen Australia invests in five international documentaries
Screen Australia announced production investment of over AU$1.7 million in five new projects as part of its International Documentary Programme on April 23, triggering over AU$6.8 million in production. Screen Australia Senior Manager Documentary Liz Stevens said, “With two single-hour projects, two series and a feature-length project funded this round, it is a strong and diverse finish for the end of the financial year. In addition, working with international partners is a great way to … [Read more...] about Screen Australia invests in five international documentaries