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The Biggest Screen Festival in Australia

 AACTA Festival is an epic five day immersion of screen culture, bringing together the best in the industry for an unforgettable celebration of film and television.

Attendees will have the chance to go behind the scenes, gain career-defining insights, and connect with Australia’s leading creatives!

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Screenings

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Masterclasses

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Premieres

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Careers

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Awards

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Networking

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Family

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Music

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Digital

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AACTA FESTIVAL 2025

The 2025 AACTA Festival brought together creatives, industry professionals, and screen enthusiasts from across the country in a vibrant celebration of Australian storytelling and screen culture.

5

DAYS

16,000+

ATTENDEES

200+

SPEAKERS

100+

EVENTS

Ambassadors

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Anna Torv

Actor

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Dacre Montgomery

Actor

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Leah Purcell

Actor, Writer, Director, Producer, EP

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Macfarlane Brothers

Multi-disciplined VFX Directors

SHABANA AZEEZ
Shabana Azeez

Actor

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Samantha Strauss

Writer and Producer

A Celebration of Film, Television, and Beyond

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As a festival on its own, it brings together exclusive workshops, and interactive sessions, creating a dynamic space for fans, creators, and industry professionals alike.

AACTA FESTIVAL

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At the heart of the festival, the AACTA Awards and Industry Gala ceremonies recognise the best in Australian film and television.

AACTA CEREMONIES

Located in the heart of the Gold Coast

The AACTA Festival, set against the stunning backdrop of the sunny Gold Coast, offers a unique, tropical experience that only this iconic location can provide.

 

Hosted at HOTA, Home of the Arts, this cultural precinct creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable week of film, television, and creativity in Australia’s beautiful coastal paradise.

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About AACTA

The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts is Australia’s leading organisation for film and television professionals. Established in 2011 by the Australian Film Institute (AFI), AACTA’s mission is to identify, award, promote, and celebrate the greatest achievements in Australian screen content.

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