2023 Film Workshop: Production & Post-Production

Following on from the previous Film Workshops on ‘How to make a Short Film’ the Barossa Film Club are hosting another session focused on Production and Post-Production in support of the 2023 Youth Short Film Competition.

Local Adelaide-based film-maker Anthony Frith and previous YSFC winner Ekkia Evans will be overseeing this free workshop. While aimed at those interested in submitting to the YSFC, the session is open to everyone aged 9 to 25 years.

These workshops were possible thanks to the generous support of the Barossa Council and the YSFC sponsors: Rockford Wines, Pam O’Donnell and The Barossa Coop.

This workshop will:

  • Help troubleshoot problems of short films currently in production or post production.
  • Provide tailored information on film-making based on the participants needs.
  • Answer questions on submitting to the YSFC.
  • Host a space for local young film-makers to meet like-minded peers.

Location: Greenock Oval Pavilion.

Time: Saturday 16th of September, 1PM – 3PM

Cost: FREE

To book your spot please contact barossafilmclub@gmail.com by Friday the 15th of September.

Anthony Frith – a short bio

Anthony is a writer and director whose work includes the award-winning ABC iview series LESSONS FROM A MIDDLE CLASS ARTIST. In 2018, Anthony participated in a twelve-day practical filmmaking workshop in the Peruvian jungle where he made a film under the mentorship of Werner Herzog. This led to an attachment on Werner’s NOMAD: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF BRUCE CHATWIN. Anthony was the recipient of the 2019 AIDC’s ACCESS Mentorship grand prize which was a two month internship at Beach House Pictures in Singapore. In 2021 Anthony Story Produced a new IP for Channel 9 titled FOR THE LOVE OF PETS, which aired in 2023.

Alongside his work as a director, writer and editor, Anthony has led many workshops for young film-makers (including the How To Make A Short Film workshop at last July’s Barossa Mini Film Fest) and, for Adelaide Film Festival, produced, along with Leela Varghese, a short online series How To Make A Film:

https://adelaidefilmfestival.org/aff-youth/howtomakeafilm/

 

Ekkia Evans- a short bio

Ekkia Evans is an emerging writer and film-maker from the Barossa Valley. Her first short film, ‘The Getaway Driver’ won the Barossa Film Club’s inaugural Youth Short Film Competition in the senior category. In 2023 Ekkia joined the Barossa Film Club to help organise and promote their short film competition and assist with the Club’s website and social media.

In 2022 she participated in the competitive program AFTRS Talent Camp SA, which is a skills development program designed for emerging individuals to create new content and be employment ready for the screen sector. In 2023 she made her second short film with Super 8 analogue film as part of Carclew’s Super 16 Workshop with Bryce Kraehenbuehl. Ekkia also worked as a Production Runner on the short film Dragons Breath (Dir. Melanie Easton, 1st AD James Dubay) in January of 2023.

Barossa Film Club’s 20th Anniversary

Barossa Film Club was founded 20 years ago and is still a very active Club, screening unusual and interesting films each month. The Club was founded by Paddy Carter, who almost single-handedly started showing films at the Barossa Arts Centre at Faith College in Nuriootpa each month. These screenings then moved to the College Wine Centre until the start of Covid, which restricted groups of people congregating in a school area, and the Club now meets at the Hall at St Peter’s Church in Tanunda.

To celebrate our twenty years, on the 19th of May, members were encouraged to bring a guest, and to bring a plate of nibbles to share. Wines were donated and there was a celebratory cake to cut.

Thank you to Charmaine Grieger Photography for taking photos on the night.

2023 Film Workshops

In support of the 2023 Youth Short Film Competition, the Barossa Film Club is pleased to announce a series of workshops and one-on-one online mentoring sessions with Adelaide-based film-maker Anthony Frith.

These workshops were possible thanks to the generous support of the Barossa Council, Barossa Regional University Campus and the YSFC sponsors: Rockford Wines, Pam O’Donnell and The Barossa Coop.

How To Make A Short Film – a workshop for budding film-makers

Aimed at young film-makers interested in the Youth Short Film Competition, the workshop will provide a practical introduction, taking participants from idea to submission. There will be an opportunity after the workshops to discuss any specific questions participants have with Anthony. Topics the workshop will cover:

  • Idea Generation
  • Structuring a Story
  • Scripting a film
  • Developing a Shot List
  • Directing
  • Editing

Suitable for film-makers with limited to no experience. Space in the workshops are limited.

Location: Barossa Regional University Campus. Level 1, Chateau Building Beckwith Park, 30/38 Barossa Valley Way, Nuriootpa, SA.

The workshops will occur from 1pm till 3pm on the following dates:

  • Sunday June 18th – for 9 to 13 years of age
  • Sunday June 25th – for 14 to 25 years of age

Cost: $15

Register Here

 

One-on-One Online Mentoring Sessions

Are you planning to submit a film to the 2023 YSFC? Do you have an idea or a script or a film in production? Need some practical advice from an experienced film-maker? If so, a one-on-one two hour online mentoring session with writer and director Anthony Frith is perfect for you.

The online sessions can be organised as one two-hour session, or multiple sessions totalling to two hours. This will be organised individually between each participant and Anthony, depending on the participants needs.

Those interested in applying for the mentor sessions will need to complete a questionnaire about their short film. Successful applicants will be decided based on what help they need, their experience level, and the stage their film is at.

These sessions are only applicable to those aged 14 to 25.

Date: agreed between participant and mentor

Location: online

Cost: $40

Registration Your Interest Here

Application forms must be submitted by 5PM on June 26th to be considered.

Anthony Frith – a short bio

Anthony is a writer and director whose work includes the award-winning ABC iview series LESSONS FROM A MIDDLE CLASS ARTIST. In 2018, Anthony participated in a twelve-day practical filmmaking workshop in the Peruvian jungle where he made a film under the mentorship of Werner Herzog. This led to an attachment on Werner’s NOMAD: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF BRUCE CHATWIN. Anthony was the recipient of the 2019 AIDC’s ACCESS Mentorship grand prize which was a two month internship at Beach House Pictures in Singapore. In 2021 Anthony Story Produced a new IP for Channel 9 titled FOR THE LOVE OF PETS, which aired in 2023.

Alongside his work as a director, writer and editor, Anthony has led many workshops for young film-makers (including the How To Make A Short Film workshop at last July’s Barossa Mini Film Fest) and, for Adelaide Film Festival, produced, along with Leela Varghese, a short online series How To Make A Film:

https://adelaidefilmfestival.org/aff-youth/howtomakeafilm/

2023 Youth Short Film Competition

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Brief History

The Barossa Film Club was founded in 2003. The Club meets and screens a film each month, February to November. The films are selected by individual club members and represent a variety of nationalities, genres and eras. Many of the films are not mainstream cinema releases.

Following the successful inaugural Youth Short Film Competition held in 2022, the Club proudly presents the 2023 Youth Short Film Competition.

The Competition is designed to encourage young people with an interest in film making to foster an interest to produce a short film and for the Club to showcase local talent and for the entrants to have an opportunity to exhibit their work to the public and to win a prize.

Competition

➢ Open to young people (aged up to 25 years) to produce and submit a short film.
General Information session will be held on May 17th from 4:30pm till 6pm at Nuriootpa Library.
Film-making Workshops will be held to enthuse and excite young film makers. Date and Times: 1-3PM Sunday 18th of June (Ages 9-13), 1-3PM Sunday 25th of June (Ages 14-25). Location: Barossa Regional University Campus.
➢ Films to be judged by a select panel and, with consent, will be screened by the Club.
Prizes to be awarded to finalists in each age category [9-11, 12-17, 18-25]. The prizes consist of $400.00 Cash awarded to 1st Place and two $75.00 Coop Vouchers awarded between two Runner Ups.

Terms & Conditions of Registration

✔  Open to anyone in the relevant age group who lives, works, studies or is able to demonstrate a connection with the Barossa Light and Gawler Council areas.
✔  Three age groups: 9-11 years; 12-17 years; 18-25 years.
✔  Limit of one entry per person or group of persons. Entrants must complete and return the Registration Form when submitting their work (short film and summary).
✔  No gender division.
✔  No entry fee.
✔  Original work on unlimited topics, but offensive material (Club discretion) will not be accepted.
✔  Commencement date: 1 April 2023.
✔  Closing date: 8 October 2023, with a presentation and screening night to be held on Friday 10 November 2023.
✔  Film entries to be no longer than 10 minutes.
✔  Film entries to be made within 2 years of the competition starting date.
✔  Medium formats: Electronic by Dropbox/Google Drive link (details on Registration Form), USB stick or DVD, plus a 20-word (maximum) film summary.
✔  Full contact details and parent or guardian’s signed consent (if necessary) will be required.
✔  Entries will be presented for judging (Judges discretion concerning winning entries). No correspondence will be entered into by the Club and Judging panel concerning the Competition, rules, material submitted, finalists, winning entries and screening.

Registration Form

Click Here to access the 2023 YSFC Registration Form.

Enquiries

For all enquiries, please email: barossafilmclub@gmail.com
[Re: Youth Short Film Competition]

Competition Sponsors:

  • Rockford Wines
  • The Barossa Council
  • The Barossa Co-Op
  • Pam O’Donnell
  • Barossa Regional University Campus

2022 Youth Short Film Competition Winners

Senior Category: (Ages 18-25)

First Place:

‘The Getaway Driver’

[Crime Drama]

Ekkia Evans, Isabella Eddowes.

!WARNING! STRONG LANGUAGE, ALLUSIONS TO CRIME

 

 

Intermediate Category: (Ages 12-17)

First Place:

‘Double Dare’

[Horror]

Tegan & Mia Quast

!WARNING! JUMP SCARE, IMPLICATION OF CHILD ABDUCTION/DEATH

Second Place:

‘Suspect Dead’

[Crime | Murder Mystery]

Isla Barlow, Lucy Amos, Ari Edwards, Amilie Amos, Daisy Barlow & Sia Edwards

!WARNING! DEATH, MENTIONS OF DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

 

Animation Category: (12-17)*

First Place:

‘Shape Shifter’

[Stop Motion Animation]

Lucy Murch

 

*Junior category (Ages 9-12) had no entries so was replaced with animation category for the 2022 competition

2015 Japanese film “Sweet Bean” screens 18th March

Barossa Film Club is screening 2015 Japanese drama “Sweet Beam” on Friday 18th March at Barossa Arts Gallery, Tanunda, commencing at 7.30 pm. Directed by Naomi Kawase and starring Kirin Kiki, Masatoshi Nagase and Kyara Uchida. The film was screened at the Cannes Film Festival.
There is little salt to balance out the sugar, yet the Sweet Bean remains delightful. A conventional tale about a few misfits teaching each other about life conforms to a certain narrative mould, but is elevated by Naomi Kawase’s delicate direction and sublime images. Middle-aged Sentaro (Masatoshi Nagase) mans a pantry-sized shop in Japan selling dorayakis, a snack of red bean paste caught between two pancakes. The shop’s few patrons are a trio of schoolgirls, chatty and harmless, and another more pensive named Wakana (Kyara Uchida, magnetic). Sentaro sports the uneasy glare of a man who seen too much, speaks very little, and has no friends. This changes gradually and drastically when he reluctantly hires the 76-year-old Tokue (Kirin Kiki), but only after sampling her home-made bean paste; Sentaro has long grown used to committing the sin of purchasing a pre-made version in bulk.
Tokue teaches her new boss – a title she proudly relishes on him – to get up before the sun to simmer the beans and coax out their flavour by talking to them. An eccentric old lady she is. With a hunch and dawdle, glasses and bonnet, she is a cute grandma-type, full of vague wisdom and rough past to match Sentaro’s . In the beginning she’s someone to be laughed at, and even annoyed with, but be careful. This senior citizen who waves excitedly at sakura blossoms and stares off into the distance might draw you in without notice.
The film will screen on Friday 18th March, commencing at 7.30 pm, at the Barossa Regional Gallery. The side door off the carpark will open at 7 pm. Entry is free for members and membership is obtainable at the door. Because of covid restrictions, pre-reservations are essential by ringing Front of House Allan Pearce on 0417002708 or emailing allan_jill@bigpond.com

2022 Youth Short Film Competition

Barossa Film Club Youth Film Contest 2022

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Brief History

The Barossa Film Club was founded in 2003.

The Club meets and screens a film each month, February to November. The films are selected by individual club members and represent a variety of nationalities, genres and eras. Many of the films are not mainstream cinema releases.

The Club proudly presents the 2022 Youth Short Film Competition.

The Competition is designed to encourage young people with an interest in film making to foster an interest to produce a short film and for the Club to showcase local talent and for the entrants to have an opportunity to exhibit their work to the public and to win a prize.

Competition

  • Open to young people (aged up to 25 years) to produce and submit a short film.
  • Films to be judged by a select panel and, with consent, will be screened by the Club.
  • Prizes to be awarded to finalists in select age groups (See the Registration Form).

Terms & Conditions of Registration

  • Open to anyone in the relevant age group who lives, works, studies or is able to demonstrate a connection with the Barossa and Light Council areas.
  • Three age groups: 9-11 years; 12-17 years; 18-25 years.
  • Limited of one entry per person or group of persons. Entrants must complete and return the Registration Form when submitting their work (short film and summary).
  • No gender division.
  • No entry fee.
  • Original work on unlimited topics, but offensive material (Club discretion) will not be accepted.
  • Commencement date: 1 March 2022.
  • Closing date: 30 September 2022.
  • Film entries to be no longer than 10 minutes.
  • Medium formats: Electronic by USB stick or DVD, plus a 20-word (maximum) film summary.
  • Full contact details and parent or guardian’s signed consent (if necessary) will be required.
  • Entries will be presented for judging (Judges discretion concerning winning entries). No correspondence will be entered into by the Club and Judging panel concerning the Competition, rules, material submitted, finalists, winning entries and screening.

Enquiries

For all enquiries, please email:

allan_jill@bigpond.com (Re: Youth Short Film Competition)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Competition Sponsors

  • Rockford Wines
  • Pam O’Donnell
  • Community Country Fresh

Registration Form

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Last screening for 2021

On Friday 19th November Barossa Film Club screens the last of its programme for 2021, the 1949 Italian masterpiece “The Bicycle Thieves” directed by Vittorio Dia Sica and starring non-professional actors Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola and Lianella Carrell.
The story tells of a man in post-war, poverty-stricken Rome, who struggles to make ends meet, finally managing to get a job hanging posters through the bustling streets. For the job, he needs his bicycle, which is in the pawn-shop. His wife sells the bed-sheets in order to redeem the bicycle. On his first day, his bicycle is stolen, effectively ending his job and leaving his family in even more abject poverty. So he and his son start to scour the streets for the dastardly thieves.
This is a story told by real people about real problems faced by the desperately poor. The head of the family is driven to test all his resolve and push beyond the boundaries of moral behaviour as he and his son desperately try to trace the one means whereby he can earn money to feed his family. Poignant and engrossing this is one of the great film of the 20th century and has been widely acclaimed by critics. As Michael Elliott said, “BICYCLE THIEVES works on a number of levels but without giving anything away, the ending has to be one of the greatest ever done for a film. The movie contains more power and emotion than any of the fake “dramas” that get released each year and it remains one of all-time greats.”
The film will screen at Faith College Wine Centre at 7.30 pm on Friday 19th November. Because this is the last showing for the year, supper will be served before the film starts and the doors will open at 6.30 pm. Entry is free to members and membership is obtainable at the door. Attendees are welcome to bring their own beverages, but please note that, because of ongoing covid restrictions on seating it is essential that those attending register with the Front of House Allan Pearce on telephone 0417 002 708 or email allan_jill@bigpond.com

Academy award winning Argentinian film screens in July

Barossa Film Club is showing a 1985 Argentinean film next Friday 16th July. “La Historia Officiall” or “The Official Story” was stars Norma Aleandro, Hector Alterio and Chunchuna Villafane. The film won an Academy Award for best Foreign Film.
In this powerful film, Director Luis Puenzo tells the story of a teacher’s awakening to conscience at the end of Argentina’s “Dirty War” of the late 70s and early 80s. As in Pinochet’s Chile, the military secret police sought to consolidate their power by routinely torturing and murdering students, political activists, opponents of the regime, and even expectant mothers. Many ended up as desaparecidos, people taken by the government and not returned. The film is about one mother’s search for the truth about her adopted daughter and her discovery brings harsh political reality very close to home.
As renowned critic Roger Ebert wrote, “The Official Story” is part polemic, part thriller, part tragedy. It belongs on the list with films like “Z” “Missing” and “El Norte” which examine the human aspects of political unrest. It is a movie that asks some very hard questions. Should Alicia search for the real mother of her daughter? Is her own love no less real? What would be “best” for the little girl?
“The Official Story” will screen on Friday at 7.30 pm at the Faith College Wine Centre, Magnolia Road, Tanunda, with the doors opening at 7 pm. Admission is free for Film Club Members, and membership is obtainable at the door. Due to covid restrictions, seating is limited and attendees must book with front-of-house Allan Pearce on 0417 002 708 or email allan_jill @bigpond.com