Engaging Drama Wins BBFF Screenplay Comp
The top four screenplays in Byron Bay Film Festival’s 2023 Screenplay Competition cover four distinct genres – a measure of the breadth of writing talent to be found amongst those writing for the screen.
Overall winner was Dinner at Seven, described by Competition judge, Alex Mankiewicz, as an "engaging drama".
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Leslie Brockett
John’s Robert’s first release of 2023 is a return to pop with his single ‘Danger’, a moody mid-tempo 80’s style bop. The music video offers an exciting landscape filled with pulsating sounds and throbbing rhythm, as well as Robert’s vibrant and signature vocal style that brings the music to life.
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Hadley Perkins
Murphy is on an open road adventure with his love, Murphette, when he finds himself drawn into an infinite pursuit in order to fix his broken down bus. The road is paved, the future is in sight and it’s a race to the finish line.
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Iván Bustinduy
Discover the mystery in ‘Animal Transport’ as a man returns to his job working for a company that transports animals. On his first trip, a cage doesn't seem to be carrying what it should. The mystery lurking in his truck pushes him to the limit of his own sanity.
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Andrew Shaw
The darkness at the edge of a boy’s play threatens to turn him into a beast. ‘Boy/Beast’ delves into the challenging phase in boys' lives when they vigorously test limits to establish their identity. It's a narrative of a boy's anger driving him to discover his voice at any expense, uncovering the hidden grief it shields — a feminine perspective on masculinity at its core.
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Susie Forster
Discover the moving story of Lee Stephenson, an 82-year-old artist, and her dying wish to spend her last days at home. Her daughter, Susie, captures this emotional journey as the family unites to fulfil Lee's wish. With COVID-19 restrictions adding complexity, the documentary reveals the power of love and determination in honouring Lee's final desire.
BBFF2023 Meet the Filmmaker: Kym Staton
The gripping story of Julian Assange and WikiLeaks controversy, this powerful documentary directed by Kym Staton, takes you on a global journey of truth, exposing government secrets, personal sacrifice, and the battle for press freedom.
Edge of Nature World Premiere Opens BBFF2023
The World Premiere of The Edge of Nature by Oscar-nominated, Emmy-winning filmmaker Josh Fox is the Opening Night Film at the Byron Bay Film Festival at Byron Palace Cinemas on October 20.
Miriam Margolyes to judge BBFF2023 docs
Well-loved film and television actor Miriam Margolyes is to be a judge in the Best Documentary category at the Byron Bay Film Festival (BBFF) in October.
Save The Date
BBFF2023 - Incredible surf adventures, eye-opening environmental investigations, human interest stories and insightful music and art narratives explore the familiar and the strange, while feature dramas from home and abroad will entertain, enthral and challenge.
BBFF2023 Launches Poster
Join BBFF as we celebrate cinema's magic at our 17th edition, unveiling an inspiring tagline and official poster.
Experience hope, creativity and limitless possibilities from October 20th to 29th 2023 and explore a diverse array of films and events in the heart of Byron Bay.
Don't miss the BBFF2023 Extended Deadline - last chance to submit across most categories!
Attention all filmmakers and immersive content creators - don't miss your very last chance to submit your work across most categories to #BBFF2023, before the special extended deadline of Friday 21st July. Enter now before it's too late.