Darwin International Film Fest

Darwin Red Carpet opening for #NorthernTerritory edition of @niffaustralia was a cinematic bliss. First ever annual Indian film festival in #Darwin, one of the most iconic open air cinemas @deckchair_cinema , with the mesmerising Darwin sunset, first Indian film to win a @bafta #Boong by ever inspiring @excelmovies and an encouraging turnout of ministers , community leaders, members of parliament, and film lovers of all backgrounds on what was a tough day for Northern Territory. Thank you for all your love, support, and guidance 🙏

Of all the wonderful enriching experiences with community...culture...through cinema in this paradise we call #australia the most exhilarating...intoxicating are ones not tried before ...boldly going where no annual Indian film festival has gone before 🤣. On a high as we bring the first ever outback and Darwin edition of @niffaustralia and have meaningful conversations on film links between NT and India in an Aus India coproduction era..thank you @consulategeneralofindiaperth

Ironbark Digital is teaming up with Darwin International Film Festival as the official DCP delivery partner for DIFF 2026 🎬🎞️💫 Filmmakers will enjoy discounted access to industry-leading theatrical mastering & delivery for their film submissions, with screenings held at the iconic Deck Chair Cinema 📽️🦎🌅 @diff_nt @ironbarkfilms @deckchair_cinema

DIFF is more than a festival - it’s a year-round journey. We welcome film professionals, creators, and mentors from the whole world in Timor-Leste to share their stories their craft, and their passion with our young filmmakers. The DIFF26 cycle starts soon. Excited for what’s ahead.❤

Beautiful Australian Feature Film 'Pasa Faho' has been all over the world and still going. Truly amazing work @tendays.film @okeybakassi @whosivy @mimomukii 💯 ❤️ #australianfeaturefilm #australianactors #actorslife #melbourne #youngactor

Part 1: 2025 flew by and we’re taking a moment to thank the village that turned up to make the release of our film happen! And we’re just getting started... 2026 is going to be huge, stay tuned by subscribing to our newsletter (link in bio). Photos: 1. @yaaraboumelhem and @tombannigan ACS accept the Walkley Documentary Award 2025. Photo credit, Adam Hollingworth, @thewalkleys . 2. YURLU | COUNTRY premieres at @sydfilmfest . In photo L to R: Yaara Bou Melhem, Russell Hall, Renira Parker, Marjorie Parker, @jamesagsaunders , and Carmel Parker. 3. YURLU | COUNTRY screens at @melbfilmfest . In photo L to R: James Naughton, @johnnellparker , Delilah Parker, Renira Parker, Marjorie Parker, Yaara Bou Melhem, Carmel Parker, Peter Gordon, Ed Armstrong, Russell Hall, and @tombannigan ACS. 4. YURLU | COUNTRY screening sells out at @diff_nt at @deckchair_cinema . Photo credit, Georgia Politis. 5. Yaara Bou Melhem accepts the Edge of Impact award at @docedgefest 2025. 6. @helena.czajka wins Best Music in Documentary for YURLU | COUNTRY at the @apraamcos awards. 7. @showtownsound wins Best Sound in a Documentary for YURLU | COUNTRY at the @austscreensound . In photo L to R: @laurenligovich , @stuartmelvey and Sam Hayward MPSE. 8. Tom Bannigan ACS wins a Silver Award for YURLU | COUNTRY at the @austcine Awards for Cinematography. 9. YURLU | COUNTRY wins Best International Documentary Feature award at @buffalointernationalfilm . 10. YURLU | COUNTRY launches cinema release at @tp_drivein , in partnership with @bntac_

Short Film : Fence (2024) A Young Woman slaves to maintain the boundary line fence of a remote cattle station for a brutal Boss Man, until she finds the courage to escape and return back to Herself, on country (Apmere). Director / Writer / Producer: Samantha Alexis Laughton @imalittlebit.alexis Cinematographer : Naithan Wiles Filmed on Arrente Country in the Northern Territory of Australia. #Cinematography #DirectorOfPhotography #VisualStorytelling #IndigenousCinema #ShortFilm

Thank you to our supporters who backed us this year to champion local filmmakers, First Nations voices, and bring massive cinema to Central Australia. MASIFF’s second year was supported by @diff_nt , @ntgovernment Community Benefit Fund, and @qantas whose sponsorship was much more than just funding a festival. It has helped to strengthen our creative communities, open doors for new work, and share the landscapes, humour and heart of the desert. 📷 Jez Smith Photography

A huge thank you to all the festivals that have screened The Fix-It-Man And The Fix-It-Wooman over the past couple of years. It’s been a joy to share the film with audiences around the country. We’re so grateful to everyone who came along to watch and support the work. 🏆 @flickerfest 2025 — Yoram Gross Award for Best Australian Animated Short 🏆 @melbfilmfest 2025 — The Uncle Jack Charles Award (@yarrenyty__arltere for Art Direction)

Two weeks ago I was up in the Territory at @diff_nt 🎬 & repping SGE at the NT Summit hosted by Screen Territory. It has taken me 2 weeks to recover from what was a very huge whirlwind trip of many, many screenings, networking, long days out on country in the heat, and animal sounds all night long 🌾💀 Needless to say, I'm still sort of knackered! There are some pretty exciting projects to come, stay tuned👀

The official festival pics are in! Thank you to the @diff_nt , sponsors @envirocentrent , @peterrgarrett for jumping up on stage and everyone who attended our phenomenal sold-out screening at the @deckchair_cinema on Thursday 18th September.

@diff_nt / Dili Int Film Fest / @dublinfilmfestival