MELBOURNE CINEVERSE is an intense, indie film festival with quarterly screenings in the heart of downtown Melbourne, hosted by a team of film-lovers.
Enter now and and dive into five fresh screenings playing in Cinema & Online very soon. Join our Meetups and immerse yourself in screencraft with other upcoming filmmakers / writers.
— It all starts with CINEVERSE.
RECIPIENT OF THE CINÉCINÉ AWARD FOR FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR 2023 & TOP TRENDING FESTIVAL 2024
IMDb Certified, Fresh AF Films
Screen your work Melbourne and beyond with Melbourne CINEVERSE Film Festival. [Winner CinéCiné’s Festival of the Year 2023]
Films selected for Melbourne CINEVERSE film festival have the opportunity to win accolades, distribution opportunities + local and international prizes.
Based in the heart of South Melbourne at The Backlot Studios, we’re a film community full of cinema lovers ready to be wowed by your latest work. Show your latest work to the world, launch your career with us.
Interested in upskilling your screencraft? Look no further than our epic SCREENCRAFTS sessions for absolute beginners to seasoned pros.
This year your guides into the giddying world of the CINEVERSE are none other than; Actors; Lily Johnson & Elvis Tran and Director Jonathan Zsofi (check out their details below). Here is our Lineup!
Did we mention we won FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR?
— It all starts with CINEVERSE.
Playing In Cinemas Soon
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Submissions Closing Soon
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Playing In Cinemas Soon — Submissions Closing Soon —
FULL LINEUP + TICKETS
NEW SCREENINGS
NEW SCREENINGS
BEST PICTURE: REMNANT
‘‘A tragic accident, a fractured mind, a body healed by an experimental technology. A young woman becomes supernaturally linked to the horrors of her past. Haunted, hunted, harrowed, she must uncover the truth in order to be free.’’
Stage & Screen Actor Lily Johnson presents and hosts Director Q&A for the Best Feature at CINEVERSE: REMNANT. A brand new Australian Horror from Director Mike Horan.
Screening Includes: Director Q&As, Prizegiving.
5:30 -7:30 PM / SAT 04 MAY 2024 / THE BACKLOT STUDIOS / SOUTH MELBOURNE / AUSTRALIA
BEST SHORTS SHOW
Stage & Screen Actor Lily Johnson presents and awards the Best Shorts at CINEVERSE. Featuring fresh Australian Directors and the latest work from Victoria.
Screening Includes: Director Q&As, Prizegiving, Photography.
7:30 - 9:45 PM / SAT 04 MAY 2024 / THE BACKLOT STUDIOS / SOUTH MELBOURNE / AUSTRALIA
FILMMAKER MIXER
SCREENCRAFTS is proud to present the Writer/Director/Actor Mixer. (All filmmakers new and pro welcome)
Grab a drink, and get connected with pro and emerging screenwriters, directors and producers as well as general cinephiles at Backlot Studios, South Melbourne.
8:15 - 10:30 PM / SAT 04 MAY 2024 / THE BACKLOT STUDIOS / SOUTH MELBOURNE / AUSTRALIA
RISING STAR SHOW
Actor Elvis Tran presents and awards the Best Shorts at CINEVERSE. Featuring fresh Australian Directors and exhilarating films from across the planet.
Screening Includes: Director Q&As, Prizegiving, Photography.
3:30 - 5:30 PM / SAT 04 MAY 2024 / THE BACKLOT STUDIOS / SOUTH MELBOURNE / AUSTRALIA
SPECIAL SCREENINGS
SPECIAL SCREENINGS
SHOCK & AWE: TOP FILMS
Powered by Vimeo On Demand & CinéCiné Lo*. Sponsored byRubber Monkey, Lens Hire Au, CinéCiné, Hybrid Genre Australia, Film Local, FillmFreeway.
Jonathan Zsofi & Elvis Tran present our latest online edition of Melbourne CINEVERSE, presenting 20+ incredible shorts from Australia and around the world + bonus content.
Available for a strictly limited time only. Main proceeds go back to the next edition of Melbourne Cineverse!
Available in Asia-Pacfic only.
AVAILABLE NOW / CINÉCINÉ LO* / STREAMING ON VIMEO.COM
‘QUEER AS’ FILM SHOWCASE :
Powered by Vimeo On Demand & CinéCiné Lo*. Lily Johnson & Jonathan Zsofi present trailblazing Queer Filmmakers and Film content from across Australia and the planet.
Available for a strictly limited time only. Main proceeds go back to the next edition of Melbourne Cineverse!
AVAILABLE NOW / CINÉCINÉ LO* / STREAMING ON VIMEO.COM
ELVIS TRAN
RISING STAR SHOWCASE PRESENTER
Elvis is a Vietnamese Australian aspiring actor and creator based in Melbourne. He is passionate about the world of film and the intricacies of the craft that is storytelling. Initially pursuing a career in medicine, Elvis has pivoted and opened up his world to more creativity, pursuing acting ever since he auditioned for a global open casting call for the drama series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s ‘The Sympathizer’ for HBO and A24.
He has since acted in student short films, and featured as an extra in feature films such as Shayda (2023), Disconnected (2023), and Sleeping Dogs (2024). His achievements include being profiled by the Vietnamese Community of Australia in a documentary, and winning a Korean Short Film Competition at Monash University. Elvis has also dabbled in scriptwriting and voice acting, and is constantly seeking to learn and develop his skills as a storyteller with vigour and an open mind.
Elvis Tran @elvisbtran
LILY JOHNSON
BEST SHORTS SHOW PRESENTER
Lily Johnson is a Melbourne based artist. Her favourite pass-times include remaining caffeinated at all times, yoga, binge watching any drama series and accidentally screaming during any slightly scary movie. As an artist Lily works predominantly as an Actor. Her training includes an Advanced Diploma in Acting from The NationalTheatre Drama school and has also studied at 16th street, NIDA, Bayside Actors Studio, PB Actor Coaching. Lily’s acting credits include Mark Antony (Julius Caesar) , Clytemnestra (Iphigenia in Aulis) , Pearl (Summer of 17th Doll) ,Billy (Shit) Sally Banner (Chapel Perilous).
Lily can be seen on numerous commercials and video clips etcLily can be seen on numerous commercials and video clips. Her recent work includes Actor 1 (Holding the Man) at Chapel of Chapel with Taylor Made Productions. She is very much looking forward to hosting CINEVERSE events this year and can’t wait to meet all the epic talent coming through.
Lily Johnson @lilyjohns0n_
JONATHAN ZSOFI
QUEER AF & BEST IN SHOW PRESENTER
Influenced by ancient culture and all films fantastical, Jonathan Zsofi is a NZ based jewish film director that collaborates with international filmmakers daily. After his breakout film ‘Hadir and The Deep’ Jonathan began leading The Ziggurat team who’s films speak of a joie de vivre amidst dark and historical epochs such as ‘Te Makutu, The Curse’ and ‘Blood of Jerusalem’.
His career has seen him screen his historical & fantasy films in every continent except Antarctica, racking up 100’s of awards. Along side developing multiple features Jonathan continues to support grass roots filmmakers in multiple countries and aims to give a voice and elevate to POC, Queer and Māori voices.
Jonathan Zsofi @jonathanzsofi
CATEGORIES
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Any country except Australia / NZ
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Open to Any Aus / NZ project
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Films and Music Videos from any (country except Australia / NZ)
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Open to all AUS and NZ Films up to 25 mins.
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Open to all AUS and NZ Films.
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Screenplays of any length, any genre.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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N.B You cannot apply Discounts to this category, your film will be moved into a primary category. Add this as a secondary category only. This enters you into the running and prize for this specific award.
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Open to All Victoria films either shot in Victoria, or produced or directed by Victorian filmmakers.
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FREE for all films with Queer Storyline or Queer Talent lead Performances.
MELBOURNE CINEVERSE AWARDS
SCREENING NOW
OUR 7th SEASON FESTIVAL IS ON COMING SOON, TO AT THE BACKLOT STUDIOS - CHECK OUT OUR LINEUP
FIND OUR SCREENING ADDRESS:
The Backlot Studios, 165 Bank St,
South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
We love it when the filmmakers can present their work, and are happy to invite cast and crew along to give a platform to screen and promote your film. We also host engaging Q&A’s with cast and crew after the screening.
We acknowledge that this event will be held on Wurundjeri land of the Kulin Nation and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. We pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and emerging.
Limited Edition
Limited Edition
Celebrate your OFFICIAL SELECTION at the CINEVERSE with the Limited Edition: CinéCiné Film Festival of the Year — Melbourne CINEVERSE Film Festival — Official Selection, T-Shirt.
This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering. What more could you want?
• Front: Embroidered Logo + Festival of the Year / Back: Official Selection Laurels
• 100% Profits go back to Melbourne CINEVERSE Film Festival
• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
CINEVERSE CREW
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Jonathan Zsofi
FESTIVAL DIRECTOR
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Drew MacPowell
FESTIVAL MANAGER
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Jason Paolo Telles
FESTIVAL MANAGER
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Drake Africa
DIRECTOR’S ASSISTANT
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Max Monastyrev
BRAND DESIGNER
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Rachel Kathryn
HR MANAGER
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Ambroise Pierrou
FESTIVAL MANAGER
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James Fink-Jensen
SOCIAL MEDIA CO-ORDINATOR
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HOSTING JOBS
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CREW JOBS
CINEVERSE WINNERS
To see our latest Selections, Winners as well as previous Season’s Winners click below.
LAUREL CENTER
Show the world your Official Selection, Nomination or Award with a Custom CV Laurels here.
LATEST SCREENING IMAGES
CONNECT WITH US
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@melbourne_cineverse_filmfest
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