Screen Illawarra presents a weekend of Films and Workshops that celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through the inaugural First Nations Film Festival!

NAIDOC Week is an opportunity for all Australians to learn about First Nations cultures and histories and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.

We're fortunate to have some of the worlds finest films on offer this NAIDOC weekend and access to some exceptional filmmakers who will share their stories in Q&A's.

Feature Films: WOLFRAM | YURLU COUNTRY | JOURNEY HOME, DAVID GULPILIL

Short Films: NHANDI | GANIBARRA | THE SECRET WATERHOLE

ALSO ON OFFER:

First Nations Acting Masterclass with the multi award winning Casting Director Anousha Zarkesh who has more than 25 years of experience casting some of Australia's most acclaimed film and television productions, Anousha is renowned for championing diverse voices and Indigenous talent.

This Festival is possible with the support of Gawura, Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation, Screen NSW, Wollongong City Council, Invest Wollongong and Culture Bank.

Screen Illawarra acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians and Elders of this land, the Wodi Wodi people of the Dharawal nation - past, present and emerging, and their continued spiritual and cultural connection to Country.