Canberra film festival turns 31 with new leader and October dates

The 31-year-old Canberra Short Film Festival opens October 10 to 17 under new director Bruce Davie, after 500 submissions worldwide.

Why it mattersA 31-year film festival is rare in Australia. It gives short-film makers a rare chance to screen work on the big screen.

AustraliaCanberra filmmakers get a flagship platform that has run three decades, proving local arts venues matter to communities.

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