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Expressions of interest open for Brisbane International Film Festival 2025-28


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Screen Queensland is inviting expressions of interest from experienced screen or festival producers to shape the future of the Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF) for the 2025–2028 period.  

For nearly three decades, BIFF has been Queensland’s premier screen festival, celebrating the work of diverse and talented filmmakers from the region while drawing international filmmakers who showcase bold ideas and fresh perspectives from around the world.  

Screen Queensland CEO Jacqui Feeney said, “The vision for BIFF reflects Brisbane’s rapid growth and cultural evolution as the city prepares for the Los Angeles 2028 baton exchange and the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games, recognising the cultural significance of these historic milestones.  

“Supporting screen culture events like BIFF provides an essential platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their work, inspiring the next generation of screen practitioners. By investing in screen events like BIFF, Screen Queensland provides opportunities for new talent while connecting audiences worldwide through the captivating art of cinematic storytelling.” 

Screen Queensland is committed to making Queensland a global leader in the screen industry, fostering homegrown talent across all platforms and supporting diverse content for genres across film, series, games and online, as well as those platforms yet to be defined.  
 
This is an exceptional opportunity for Queensland based festival producers—or those collaborating with Queensland creatives or companies—to propose an innovative, daring and scalable vision for BIFF’s future. The application process will occur in two stages, an initial vision pitch round followed by more detailed written submissions from shortlisted applicants. 
 
Expressions of interest are now open and close 28 January 2025. Download the application pack here.

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Media contact 

Carrie Barber 
Marketing and Communications Manager 
media@screenqld.com.au | 07 3248 0500