Sydney College of the Arts (SCA) is partnering with SUFF this September to host an inaugural talk and masterclass program, led by successful local and international talent in independent and experimental filmmaking.
SCA’s Dean, Professor Colin Rhodes said: “There are daily developments in technology and new digital and online channels, which means it is an enormously exciting time for filmmakers. We teach our Master of Moving Image students how to think differently, be experimental and create new directions in cinematic arts. SUFF is another place where you can see this way of thinking presented at a unique Australian festival.”
Festival founders and co-directors Stefan Popescu and Katherine Berger say the SCA partnership brings a new element to the festival in 2015, which will give audiences an insight into ‘out of the box’ approaches to filmmaking.
“This new initiative is an exciting step for SUFF, since a large proportion of festival goers are not just spectators. They like to get their hands dirty, and are keen to discover and understand more about indie filmmaking,” said Katherine.
The 2015 Sydney Underground Film Festival program and line-up of guest speakers and masterclasses will be officially launched on 30 July. However, you can select sessions for the two-day masterclass and talks program with your Early Bird Festival Pass on sale now!
