Kicking Goals at I.C.E.
These are the amazing producers behind notable feature films such as Holding the Man and The Saphires not to mention the hit TV series Cleverman...
#AFFA2016 Opening Night buzz
It was an amazing weekend for the Arab Film Festival Australia with the 2016 program kicking off in Sydney last Thursday. ...
Partnering with AFTRS – Script Development for TV & Web
Continuing our partnership with the Australian Film Television and Radio School (AFTRS), we recently presented a two-day intensive workshop facilitated by one of Australian TV’s most experienced screenwriters and story producers, Sarah Walker....
These were the times in North St Marys
In the collective pursuit of access to the arts for all Australians, working with high calibre artists makes the task easier. In the case of Under the Awnings, Peter Solness and Nico Lathouris contributed to the project with a grace and generosity befitting their eminent...
Almost Perfect Producers
We're excited to announce the three winners from our Produce Perfect workshop program which included 10 emerging producers from Western Sydney, mentored by SPA’s Peter Herbert. The three winners are...
Far from West Africa
I still can't imagine how far I am from West Africa, where I grew up. I miss my incredible and talented people, who are challenging and changing the perspectives of Africa and Africans...
A gathering of the tribes to celebrate Mouna Zaylah!
Having farewelled Mouna Zaylah last Friday after 17 years at I.C.E. the wonderful Alissar Chidiac offers a glimpse into the blood sweat and tears she has poured into the countless projects over the years...
Returning Home to Western Sydney
After moving to Melbourne to pursue film I have always felt the urge to represent Western Sydney through a positive lens, where cultural identities and emotional tenderness are prevalent in this community. In late March 2016 I was given the opportunity to tell my local...
Interview with Kahotep on the making of Rope of Hope
Music has the power to influence and change people’s feelings and thoughts. Therefore music can be used as a great weapon to dismantle negativity or xenophobia and stigmas....