SYDNEY & MELBOURNE LIFT-OFF FILM FESTIVAL
In traditional Lift-Off fashion, we bring true independent film from emerging artists around the globe, connecting the Australian and international markets. Our aim to maximise artist's connection with audience, and provide an experimental platform for indie creatives to help nurture voices and launch careers.
With a mixture of fresh talent and festival veterans covering all genres there really is something for everyone! Screening exclusively with our partners Vimeo OnDemand.
SYDNEY & MELBOURNE LIFT-OFF FILM FESTIVAL 2021, STARTS MONDAY 22nd NOVEMBER - MONDAY 20TH DECEMBER.

Monday 22nd November - Monday 20th December  

NETWORK ROUND

See the finalist | 22nd December - 29th December

Showcasing the features that scored highly during the first round, the Network round is the final round judged exclusively by the Lift-Off Network: members, jury and internal judges.

See the finalist | 22nd December - 29th December

Showcasing the features that scored highly during the first round, the Network round is the final round judged exclusively by the Lift-Off Network: members, jury and internal judges.

SHORT FILMS

Tickets Here | 22nd November - 20th December

JUDGES' SELECT SHORTS features shorts highlighted by the jury as daring and sometimes experimental, we are proud to bring you content from these outstanding filmmakers

Tickets Here | 22nd November - 20th December

TRENDSETTERS SHORTS is an outstanding collection from filmmakers who are carving their paths within the industry.

Tickets Here | 22nd November - 20th December

NEW VOICE SHORTS showcases films from brand new voices. Featuring first-time filmmakers and first-time festival selectees!

CONNECTION BETWEEN AUDIENCE AND CREATIVE IS KEY, after all, a film is not realised until it is connected with its audience. This is the last and first vital step in a creative's journey.

As with all Lift-Off screenings, the audience plays a vital role; festival participants will be asked to vote for their favourite projects.

FEATURES

Tickets Here |22nd November - 20th December

The FEATURES collection is a smorgasbord of different genres, styles and unique flairs.  Including experimental & art-house content

EVENTS

SUBSCRIBE | 22nd November - 20th December

Filmmaker roundtables, Q&As, and programme highlights brought to you throughout the festival live from Lift-Off's YouTube channel. Click the link to subscribe and receive notifications.

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