Industrial Revelations is designed to engage the critical and creative sectors with issues, approaches and perspectives that examine international independent film practice.
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2023 INDUSTRIAL REV
Book of The Banned
Book of The Banned
Miraudo will discuss Book of the Banned and share some of those censored moments at this special Revelation Film Festival session. He will be joined by Damien Spiccia for a deeper dive into the history of banned films in Australia and an audience Q&A.
Closing Night: GYSO + COV 2023
Closing Night: GYSO + COV 2023
Our Closing Night event is Get Your Shorts On! and the premiere of the City of Vincent Film Project 2023 films!
Developing the Writer
Developing the Writer
What’s it like in the development trenches? Hear from writers who’ve been there, done that.
Fireside Chat: Exploring Channels to Success
Fireside Chat: Exploring Channels to Success
Engage in conversation with industry experts who will share their experiences and valuable insights into pathways to success in the film industry.
In Conversation with Peter Rowsthorn: Myles Pollard and Trevor Jamieson
In Conversation with Peter Rowsthorn: Myles Pollard and Trevor Jamieson
Take a deep dive into what it's like forming believable onscreen chemistry, the challenges of male intimacy and how to fall in love without kissing
International Family Animation Explosion 2023
International Family Animation Explosion 2023
A specially curated collection of international short animations that are perfect for all ages – including those who have never been to the movies before.
Love Me Lex +Q&A
Love Me Lex +Q&A
This locally produced seven-part web series tells the tale of Lex, who’s single, in her forties, and searching for love in her local lesbian community. This special session includes a screening of the series and a discussion with the key creatives behind it as they come together at the Backlot to discuss the production process.
Maniac Cop
Maniac Cop
Join us for a special screening of the cult classic film, hosted by the Black Maria Film Collective.
Meet the Producers & Distributors
Meet the Producers & Distributors
Screen industry professionals will be available for 20-minute meetings to discuss your project, strategy or progress in getting your work to the screen.
Opening Night 2023
Opening Night 2023
Come and enjoy the Australian premiere of Devil’s Peak at the Revelation Opening Night 2023, with drinks and food and good company.
Show Me The Magic + Documentary Masterclass
Show Me The Magic + Documentary Masterclass
Explores the life and work of cinematographer and DoP Don McAlpine. Plus a Documentary Masterclass with Cathy Henkel.
The Essential Screen Industry Survival Guide
The Essential Screen Industry Survival Guide
This session explores the weapons readily at your disposal to give yourself the best possible chance of getting your work made and seen and launching yourself into the next one.
The Future of Australian Film Distribution & Exhibition
The Future of Australian Film Distribution & Exhibition
What do these rapid changes in a dynamic media environment mean for filmmakers and how may they chart a course through these increasingly choppy and unpredictable waters? Hear from writers who’ve been there, done that.
The Mummy
WAnimate + Intro
WAnimate + Intro
WAnimate – the Western Australian Animation Association - represents and presents an exclusive display of WA’s vibrant animation scene; spotlighting entries from the global 3|Thirty Competition; the high-energy 48-hour WAMBAM Challenge and creations from WAnimate, WA’s thriving community of animators.
Westralia Day 2023
Westralia Day 2023
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Westralia Day Session #2
Westralia Day Session #2
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Westralia Day Session #3
Westralia Day Session #3
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Where the Green Ants Dream
Where the Green Ants Dream
A visually stunning work that focuses on a dispute between a mining company and the local indigenous community whose land is under threat.
Devil’s Peak + Q&A
Devil’s Peak + Q&A
In a gripping blend of crime and family dynamics, this southern gothic drama delves into the evolving relationship between drug lord Charlie and his son Jacob.
Documentary Shorts 2: Fault Lines + Q&A
Documentary Shorts 2: Fault Lines + Q&A
A trio of ‘long-short’ documentary works that focus on race and identity and one short work about the plight of refugees fleeing PTSD. Sometimes confronting to watch, these powerful works tell stories that explore the personal and the political, telling often painful truths and asking uncomfortable questions.
Hello Dankness + Q&A
Hello Dankness + Q&A
Australia’s most radical filmmakers explore contemporary US politics and the era of the Trump presidency.
Holy Shit + Intro
Horror Shorts + Intro
Horror Shorts + Intro
A selection of horror and twisted shorts. From movies that embrace the gothic, the Lovecraftian and the ghostly, through to twisted surrealism and the outright bizarre…
In Conversation with Peter Rowsthorn: Myles Pollard and Trevor Jamieson
In Conversation with Peter Rowsthorn: Myles Pollard and Trevor Jamieson
Take a deep dive into what it's like forming believable onscreen chemistry, the challenges of male intimacy and how to fall in love without kissing
IX XI + Q&A
IX XI + Q&A
A deeply human documentary that weaves together the experiences of a handful of ordinary people in New York on 9/11.
Love Me Lex +Q&A
Love Me Lex +Q&A
This locally produced seven-part web series tells the tale of Lex, who’s single, in her forties, and searching for love in her local lesbian community. This special session includes a screening of the series and a discussion with the key creatives behind it as they come together at the Backlot to discuss the production process.
Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence + Q&A
Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence + Q&A
Telling the story of a Japanese prisoner of war camp, the film has been described by Akira Kurosawa and Christopher Nolan as among their favourite films.
Paco + Q&A
Paco + Q&A
A beautifully realised work that reimagines film sounds with surprising and magical results.
Sunlight: Yes +Q&A
Sunlight: Yes +Q&A
An exploration of WA based bio-artists Symbiotica’s ‘Sunlight, Soil & Shit (De)Cycle’ exhibition which transpired in Fremantle in February 2022.
WAnimate + Intro
WAnimate + Intro
WAnimate – the Western Australian Animation Association - represents and presents an exclusive display of WA’s vibrant animation scene; spotlighting entries from the global 3|Thirty Competition; the high-energy 48-hour WAMBAM Challenge and creations from WAnimate, WA’s thriving community of animators.
Westralia Day 2023
Westralia Day 2023
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Westralia Day Session #2
Westralia Day Session #2
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Westralia Day Session #3
Westralia Day Session #3
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Westralia Day: Session #1
Westralia Day: Session #1
Come and celebrate a section of WA short films. Exploring all areas of cinema and culture these films showcase both established and emerging talent from across the state, with filmmakers exploring all manner of filmmaking styles, exploring the possibilities of the short film as a way of telling personal stories, micro-documentaries, comedies, dramas, and much more.
Some older panels are viewable on Fireside Chats.
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