Thanks so much to all those who came out for the Wagga screening of Lords of the Soil.
Amazing to see such enthusiastic support for independent cinema. An almighty thanks to Jim, Renee and the entire @transgrid_energy team for hosting us at the Wagga Discovery Hub and for championing independent Australian films from the ground up.
More exciting news to come for Lords of the Soil.
Throwback to being stuck in an elevator with @loren.e.hunter . Thanks to the masterful @cammitch01 for the chance to stretch my comedy legs again in #SweetCharity
Thanks for having me @belvoirst . Had a blast sharing this little surprise with Damien Ryan, thanks to mastermind @margaret.thanos . Was an honour to share the stage with such an incredible cast for my first time on the Belvoir stage. #AMirror
WE ARE HITTING THE ROAD!
Lords of the Soil is going on tour in 2026 and we need your help. Following the world premiere in November this year, we are launching a national tour of our film to reach audiences far and wide across Australia with bespoke, event style screenings.
You can help us secure screenings by donating directly to our National Tour Fund you can scan the QR code or click the link in my bio.
No matter how big or small, your support will allow us to host screenings and share this powerful stories with audiences on the big screen!
First glimpse at “Lords of the Soil” ahead of our premiere screening in Griffith, NSW on November 23rd.
I still call The Riverina my home. The particular light, the landscape, the people and the stories found there inform every aspect of who I am.
I’m incredibly proud to share with you a slice of home.
Made possible by an enormous and dedicated team.
@kensington_house@miilmiil_productions@bammbammwolfy
More to come!
It’s been a long road but I am so thrilled to be releasing this beautiful film. It has taken an army of friends, colleagues, talented artists and technicians, generous volunteers and backers along with entire communities from the city and the bush to bring this picture to the big screening.
An historical drama that draws you into the complexities of two worlds colliding. Reminding us that we are both drivers and passengers of history, and despite the circumstances, we are always capable of kindness.
Produced through my company @kensington_house in association with the incredible @miilmiil_productions . Directed and edited by @chrisbutel and produced by Oumi Karenga-Hewitt.
We premiere in the gorgeous town of Griffith where we made the film on November 23rd. Come visit and support some home grown cinema. Tickets available at the Griffith Regional Theatre. Link in bio.
More screenings to come in 2026!
Thank you to everyone who made this a reality.
#LordsoftheSoil #cinema #australia #griffith #history
After 4 years of renovations it was a great privilege to head home this week to direct the re-opening concert of our ROXY Theatre. A huge thank you to all of the generous performers, crew and volunteers who rallied together to make the impossible happen. An historic moment for regional Australia - a new era for the ROXY and for the next generation of performers, film makers and storytellers to dream and build the world of tomorrow. #roxy #theatre #palaceofdreams #leeton #nsw 📸: @neilmc2705
Massive milestone achieved for my latest picture Lords of the Soil. Would not have been possible without our incredible music and sound team; @bammbammwolfy@benjielambert@_thomasfm and Will. They assembled a stellar ensemble of musicians! None of this would have been possible without the generosity of @uni_newcastle and the extraordinary Harold Lobb Concert Hall. Can’t wait for you all to hear this phenomenal original score. A reminder there’s no substitute for real musicians!
Thanks to @westernriverinaarts and @cityofwaggawagga for their generous support in the post-production for my latest film #LordsOfTheSoil. We had 2 wonderful days back in Wagga with @bammbammwolfy and @dookiethorne at #FlyingFoxStudios. Thank you #CleanSlateMedia for capturing some BTS for us.
I’ve been extremely fortunate to have shared this journey with so many generous and immensely talented people. I cannot wait to share this film with you all.
@kensington_house@miilmiil_productions@chrisbutel
