FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. When is the Festival and what else is in the program, including times?
The Perfect Light Film Festival is held across three days, Friday March 19 – Sunday March 21, 2021. The Festival is held in Broken Hill, NSW. Due to COVID19, please check this website regularly to see any updates to the event.
The program is as follows:
The Perfect Light Film Festival Oz Indie Showcase and Networking Evening - FREE. A screening of Australian Independent documentary Firestarter - The Story of Bangarra followed by a Q&A .
When: Friday March 19
Time: 7pm – 10pm
Where: Silver City Cinemas, 49 Oxide Street, Broken Hill
Tickets: FREE, however all attendees MUST book in via QR Code on arrival via Silver city Cinema.
Join us for drinks, food and the screening of an Australian independent movie. A great opportunity for filmmakers to network.
The Perfect Light Film Festival – FREE
When: Saturday March 20, 2021
Time: 6pm - 10pm (markets start at 5pm)
Where: Broken Hill Civic Centre, 31 Chloride Street, Broken Hill, NSW
FREE ENTRY (BUT TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED AVAILABLE NOW)
Enjoy watching a selection of short films all judged live by a panel of celebrity judges.
12 shortlisted films will be screened competing for monetary prizes. First prize is $1K cash, second prize $500 cash, third prize $250 and the RUOK Emerging Filmmaker Award $500 cash.
Entertainment begins at 6pm with films screening from 7pm. No BYO alcohol. Bar open at bar prices at interval
Films are unclassified and suitable for 15+
The Perfect Light Film Festival Filmmaking Symposium
Join us to hear from industry leaders about the basics of Filmmaking, Acting, Directing and Producing. Find out about different ways to fund your idea or project. A must attend for any aspiring or established filmmaker. Suitable for 12 years +.
When: Sunday March 21, 2021
Time: 10am – 2pm
Where: Civic Centre, 31 Chloride Street, Broken Hill
Tickets: FREE but MUST be prebooked via megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au QR CODE on arrival
2. Where can I buy tickets?
The entire PLFF program is FREE to attend, however, due to COVID, tickets (FREE) will need to be pre-booked with Friday and Sunday requiring QR code on arrival.
3. Is the Short Film Festival suitable for children?
The Short Film Festival on the Saturday March 20 contains some scenes that may offend some viewers. PLFF advises parental discretion, films are unclassified and some are suitable for 15+.
4.Is there anything new this year?
Yes, to be announced soon! In the meantime, we will continue to build on the twilight markets at the Festival this year selling goods and food/drinks to the public.
Plus awesome music, great judges and exceptional films.
5. Can I BYO alcohol to the Short Film Festival?
The Film Festival is no BYO. Bar open in Civic Centre during interval.
6.What food is on offer at the Short Film Festival?
There will be markets selling food to the general public at the Short Film Festival, remember no BYO.
7.Can I bring in chairs to the Short Film Festival?
Seats will be pre-booked (we've moved inside to the Civic Centre for 2021) with a link available now.
8.Can I bring my dog to the Short Film Festival?
Unfortunately no pets are allowed at PLFF.
9.Where can I get accommodation for the Festival weekend?
If you’re looking for accommodation to attend PLFF, please make contact with Royal Exchange Hotel in Broken Hill, for a great rate whilst you're in town. Visit: http://royalexchangehotel.com/ and don't forget to mention you’re in town for the Film Festival!
10.Where can I see what films are screening for the Short Film Festival event?
Short listed films for the Saturday event are announced on the website under Festival.
11.What if I miss the short films at the Saturday event? Is there any catch up events running?
PLFF has plenty of catch up sessions throughout the year. PLFF will screen the finalist films locally – stay tuned for more information.
12.Can I volunteer?
PLFF loves volunteers. If you’re interested in film, events or just helping out, please contact Meg Pascoe on; megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au
The Perfect Light Film Festival is held across three days, Friday March 19 – Sunday March 21, 2021. The Festival is held in Broken Hill, NSW. Due to COVID19, please check this website regularly to see any updates to the event.
The program is as follows:
The Perfect Light Film Festival Oz Indie Showcase and Networking Evening - FREE. A screening of Australian Independent documentary Firestarter - The Story of Bangarra followed by a Q&A .
When: Friday March 19
Time: 7pm – 10pm
Where: Silver City Cinemas, 49 Oxide Street, Broken Hill
Tickets: FREE, however all attendees MUST book in via QR Code on arrival via Silver city Cinema.
Join us for drinks, food and the screening of an Australian independent movie. A great opportunity for filmmakers to network.
The Perfect Light Film Festival – FREE
When: Saturday March 20, 2021
Time: 6pm - 10pm (markets start at 5pm)
Where: Broken Hill Civic Centre, 31 Chloride Street, Broken Hill, NSW
FREE ENTRY (BUT TICKETS MUST BE PRE-BOOKED AVAILABLE NOW)
Enjoy watching a selection of short films all judged live by a panel of celebrity judges.
12 shortlisted films will be screened competing for monetary prizes. First prize is $1K cash, second prize $500 cash, third prize $250 and the RUOK Emerging Filmmaker Award $500 cash.
Entertainment begins at 6pm with films screening from 7pm. No BYO alcohol. Bar open at bar prices at interval
Films are unclassified and suitable for 15+
The Perfect Light Film Festival Filmmaking Symposium
Join us to hear from industry leaders about the basics of Filmmaking, Acting, Directing and Producing. Find out about different ways to fund your idea or project. A must attend for any aspiring or established filmmaker. Suitable for 12 years +.
When: Sunday March 21, 2021
Time: 10am – 2pm
Where: Civic Centre, 31 Chloride Street, Broken Hill
Tickets: FREE but MUST be prebooked via megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au QR CODE on arrival
2. Where can I buy tickets?
The entire PLFF program is FREE to attend, however, due to COVID, tickets (FREE) will need to be pre-booked with Friday and Sunday requiring QR code on arrival.
3. Is the Short Film Festival suitable for children?
The Short Film Festival on the Saturday March 20 contains some scenes that may offend some viewers. PLFF advises parental discretion, films are unclassified and some are suitable for 15+.
4.Is there anything new this year?
Yes, to be announced soon! In the meantime, we will continue to build on the twilight markets at the Festival this year selling goods and food/drinks to the public.
Plus awesome music, great judges and exceptional films.
5. Can I BYO alcohol to the Short Film Festival?
The Film Festival is no BYO. Bar open in Civic Centre during interval.
6.What food is on offer at the Short Film Festival?
There will be markets selling food to the general public at the Short Film Festival, remember no BYO.
7.Can I bring in chairs to the Short Film Festival?
Seats will be pre-booked (we've moved inside to the Civic Centre for 2021) with a link available now.
8.Can I bring my dog to the Short Film Festival?
Unfortunately no pets are allowed at PLFF.
9.Where can I get accommodation for the Festival weekend?
If you’re looking for accommodation to attend PLFF, please make contact with Royal Exchange Hotel in Broken Hill, for a great rate whilst you're in town. Visit: http://royalexchangehotel.com/ and don't forget to mention you’re in town for the Film Festival!
10.Where can I see what films are screening for the Short Film Festival event?
Short listed films for the Saturday event are announced on the website under Festival.
11.What if I miss the short films at the Saturday event? Is there any catch up events running?
PLFF has plenty of catch up sessions throughout the year. PLFF will screen the finalist films locally – stay tuned for more information.
12.Can I volunteer?
PLFF loves volunteers. If you’re interested in film, events or just helping out, please contact Meg Pascoe on; megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au