Poster for Sisters of the Immaculate Green, written by Craig Smith, Kate Armon, AFIN 2026

Screenplay AFIN 378

Sisters of the Immaculate Green

Written by Craig Smith, Kate Armon

AFIN 2026 Nominee

  • 2026
  • 89pp
  • M
  • Comedy
Australian

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Synopsis

When a struggling convent in the English countryside faces closure, a resourceful group of nuns take matters into their own hands.

What follows is an unexpected act of rebellion that tests their faith, their loyalty and just how far they are willing to go to protect the only home they have ever known.

A heart led British comedy about sisterhood, survival and quiet defiance.

Writers' Statement

We are drawn to stories about women who refuse to disappear. Sisters of the Immaculate Green began as a comedy, but underneath the mischief sits something deeply human. We were inspired by the idea of women, particularly older women, who have been quietly holding communities together for decades, suddenly being told they are no longer viable, relevant or financially sustainable. That felt both absurd and painfully familiar. Humour has always been our way into difficult conversations. By placing a group of nuns in a morally complicated, entrepreneurial predicament, we are able to explore themes of survival, faith, rebellion and reinvention without losing warmth. The comedy disarms. The heart lands. We are especially interested in women who break expectations. These sisters are not caricatures. They are layered, flawed, brave and funny. Their actions may be unconventional, but their motivation is simple: protect their home and each other. As storytellers, we love blending irreverence with sincerity. We believe laughter opens audiences up to empathy. Beneath the chaos, Sisters of the Immaculate Green is about community, chosen family and what people are capable of when pushed to the margins. This is a story about resilience disguised as mischief.

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From the Judges

From the Judges

A convent facing closure, a leaking roof, a ruined garden, and a ledger that will not balance set the stage for an ensemble comedy that runs on lively, character-driven dialogue and a sharply drawn sisterhood. The panel enjoyed the collision of faith, community duty, and wildly improper enterprise, held together by distinct comic voices and a warm emotional centre about service and belonging.

Curated, anonymised highlights drawn from the judges' notes.

Writers' Biography

Craig Smith Kate Armon, AFIN adjudicator portrait. Kate Armon Writers

Kate Armon and Craig Smith are a Gold Coast based writer producer team and co founders of Parkbench Films GC. In 2026 they won the AACTA Reg Grundy Award for their original unscripted format Brains on Tap!, securing development funding and industry recognition. Together they create bold, character driven stories that blend humour with heart, spanning scripted comedy drama, mystery and elevated unscripted formats. Their slate includes The Celebrant, a dark comedy mystery series, and multiple projects currently in development for Australian and international markets. Known for their sharp dialogue, strong female leads and distinctly Australian voice, Kate and Craig develop stories with global appeal while championing local talent and community collaboration.

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Sisters of the Immaculate Green was an official Nominee for Best Feature Screenplay at the AFIN International Film Festival 2026, a Top 100 Best Reviewed and IMDb-qualifying festival.

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