2026

His features Corroboree and Celeste have secured local and international distribution, with Corroboree acquired by IFC in North America and Celeste to Canal+ Europe and available to stream in more than 74 countries. His work has received an Australian Film Critics Circle Award, as well as nominations for Best Feature Film at the Screen Producers Australia Awards and Best Emerging Talent at the Inside Film Awards. Unicorn Films is currently financing his third feature, Modern Lovers, while his feature documentary Napalm is in post-production. He is a Lecturer in Film at the University of Southern Queensland.

Her films have screened at major international festivals, including the Seattle International Film Festival, Sitges Film Festival, Dances With Films, and the Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival. In 2023, her debut Brazilian feature film, Perdida, was released theatrically across Brazil before streaming on Disney+. Co-produced and distributed by Disney Brazil, the film marked a significant milestone in her career. Putnam's current projects include several feature films in development, as well as a cross-cultural filmmaking initiative supported by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT). Through this project, she is producing four horror short films in collaboration with Australian and Indonesian filmmakers, fostering creative exchange and cultural understanding through screen production. She is also a Lecturer in Film and Screen Production at the University of Southern Queensland.

Chris was born in Dundee, Scotland, and moved to Australia at a young age, where he began his journey into the world of martial arts at the age of 10. Over the course of 30 years he dedicated his life to various disciplines, and his commitment and talent led him to a professional career as an MMA fighter and coach, where he competed for an impressive decade. Beyond his achievements in martial arts, Chris transitioned into acting and stunt work. With his outstanding physical abilities and deep understanding of combat techniques, he merged his love of martial arts with his passion for performing, and has also made a name for himself as a fight choreographer.

Presidential Scholar in the Arts - honored in person by U.S. President Barack Obama at the White House. He is best known for his recurring roles in the internationally popular Yu-Gi-Oh! animated series and has been featured on many dozens of film, commercial, video game, and television productions including Marvel's "Hawkeye" (Disney+), Grosse Pointe Garden Society (NBC), and Tyler Perry's "Young Dylan" (Nickelodeon). Winner of the 2025 AFIN International Film Festival award for Best Supporting Performance for his role as Lucas in the short film "Devil's Playground", Michael is grateful for the opportunity to participate in the festival's ongoing growth and success and looks forward to celebrating filmmakers around the world! Michael lives in Atlanta, GA, USA and is represented by Formation Talent.

Specializing in corporate videography for various organizations, he also lends his creative talents to crafting captivating short films, TV commercials, and engaging web content. With a versatile skill set that spans across roles such as Director of Photography, Director, and Producer, James is no stranger to the diverse demands of the industry. Yet, his journey extends beyond traditional roles, as he effortlessly transitions into low-budget sound recording, writing, lighting as a gaffer, and the intricate art of editing. Driven by a deep-seated desire to make a meaningful impact through his craft, James finds his calling in the realm of documentary filmmaking for social change. As he merges his passion for storytelling with a purpose-driven approach, James embarks on a mission to shed light on pressing issues and inspire positive transformation through the lens of his camera.

He leads FilmLab Academy and serves as Festival Director of the AFIN International Film Festival, championing emerging talent and independent cinema. His work spans genre-driven storytelling influenced by Quentin Tarantino, Christopher Nolan, John Woo, and David Fincher. Peter's filmography includes the sci-fi short 3, the web series Diana, the dystopian drama 30, and the cyberpunk film Quantum Ride. He is currently developing the feature adaptation of his horror proof-of-concept Lucky Devil. Peter believes in creating films that resonate globally through strong planning, quality processes, and compelling storytelling. He has also contributed to the broader creative community as a judge for the New Silk Road fashion competition.

Her award-winning short films such as Ripples, Once Upon a Midnight and Afterglow, have gained recognition for their originality and emotional depth. Vicky has worked professionally on productions such as Australian Survivor, The Mole, Godzilla vs Kong and Boy Swallows Universe to name a few. As a champion of indie filmmaking, Vicky brings creative vision and hands-on expertise to every project. She is also the Co-Director of the AFIN International Film Festival, where she supports emerging voices and innovative storytelling from around the world.

Upon finishing Film School in 2019, he travelled to South America, where he shot his own self-funded low budget Feature Documentary. Based on the deforestation of the Amazon forest, this film received 3 annual awards and 2 nominations from film festivals worldwide. Upon his return, Timothy dove headfirst into the art of Post-Production and Writing. He has now collaborated with a number of filmmakers, and has continuously improved his craft. Timothy has a keen eye for detail and is very passionate about the art of storytelling.