CinefestOZ announces lineup of events for 2023 film festival

Australia’s biggest destination film festival has announced its 2023 program, which involves premieres of many world and Australian films and the awarding of Australia’s richest film prize.

CinefestOZ will provide festival-goers with the opportunity to see some of Australia’s best new films first, and connect with filmmakers at the region’s best cinemas, wineries, restaurants, boutique breweries, small bars and galleries in Augusta, Bunbury, Busselton, Dunsborough and Margaret River.

“Unique Australian stories are at the heart of the CinefestOZ Film Festival and we hope you will love this year’s film selections,” CinefestOZ Chair Margaret Buswell said.

“They celebrate the diversity of our country and its people, and the film events where festival goers can meet filmmakers, enjoy fantastic food, wine and music and most importantly have fun and be entertained.

“We’ll also announce our special filmmaker and talent guests over the coming weeks, including the five person Film Prize Jury who have the challenging task of determining the winner of the 2023 CinefestOZ Film Prize.”

This year’s film themes include music lovers, First Nations, real stories and with a twist - which offers new immersive and fun film screening and experiences.

“In addition to the four outstanding films that are up for the $100,000 Film Prize there are plenty more highlights including the world premiere of thriller Bring Him To Me starring Sam Neill and Rachel Griffiths,” she said.

“The Australian premiere of Ben Kingsley’s new sci-fi comedy Jules, produced by Debbie Liebling of South Park fame, and a not to be missed music event with special guests celebrating EGO – the story around Michael Gudinski’s creation of Mushroom Records.”

Celebrating its 16th year, the six-day festival will be held from August 29 to September 3.

To book tickets and to see the full program, head to the CinefestOz website.