Events

Meet the Film Prize Jury, led by Chair Rachel Ward, here to adjudicate the CinefestOZ Film Prize. This special festival experience allows access to this high profile group of film professionals as they talk about their filmic lives and experiences over lunch. The relaxed gallery setting at Yallingup's Studio Bistro is this year's location for this highly popular lunch. Combine the South West essentials of fine food and wine, generous hospitality and glorious location and you have CinefestOZ at its best.

Located in the centre of Dunsborough is the highly sought after Yarri Restaurant & Bar, with a focus on ethically produced seasonal ingredients, presented simply at their fullest potential, this lunch will surely be a highlight of the festival. Enjoy a glass of wine on arrival before exploring the film's story with interactive discussions and questions at this In Conversation lunch focussed on Film Prize Premiere Film Judy & Punch.

Mindfulness, Yoga & Matrescence: The Journey from Pregnancy to Motherhood The Journey from Pregnancy to Motherhood; Combining the knowledge and practices of Yoga and Psychology. Join Katie and Amiee as they merge the ancient practice of yoga and the modern science of psychology into one fantastic workshop devoted entirely to mothers-to-be. View more information here.

Gala Night offers the glamour, drama and spectacle befitting this award-winning festival's premium evening event. Finalist filmmakers attend, along with all VIP guests and audiences to witness the awarding of the highly coveted $100,000 CinefestOZ Film Prize in competition at the festival. But the evening is so much more than this. 5.30pm Red Carpet spotlight Your evening begins with an option to walk the red carpet in your finest formal gear - it's not just for the film stars! 6.00pm Film showcase Screening of a selection of Australian Short Films having their premieres at the festival. Settle into your seat to enjoy...

Get cosy and settle in for an evening of short films and filmmaker Q&A at Lamont's Smith Beach over a tasty two-course meal. Enjoy a welcome drink before the films screen and a generous main and dessert. Told from varying viewpoints, these fresh shorts from talented French and Australian female creatives assert assurance and poise in female filmmaking. Hear from one of these filmmakers over the course of the evening. Drinks available for purchase.

Revenge may be a dish best served cold but that doesn't mean it can't be hilarious too! Saturday night in Bunbury is where the laughter happens, so grab a drink, sit back, relax and get ready to laugh out loud at this night of comedy short films at The Rose Hotel. The evening is hosted by a stand-up comedian who will keep the night upbeat, as the program of fresh and funny films rolls out.

South West Women's Health & Info Centre Downton Abbey took the world by storm when it debuted on ITV in 2010; gaining popularity throughout its six-season run until finally calling it a day in 2015. The show followed the aristocratic Crawley family and their team of dedicated servants on the fictional Yorkshire Estate, Downton Abbey, from 1912 until 1926. The movie will revolve around a royal visit from King George V and Queen Mary. It will be set in 1927 (a year on from the TV series’ finale) with the Great Depression looming and the Crawley’s tightening their belts with...