Film Making Melbourne

Filmonik Meetup and screening #133

Filmonik Melbourne is an open filmmaking group with monthly open-screen screenings. It's like an open mic, but for films. Meet at Eclipse on Tuesday November 24 for our 133rd screening. It's our 13-year proven mix of immediate, spontaneous, crafty, fun, inventive and weird short films. You should expect comedies, a bit of drama, animation from time to time, there's generally one suspense/thriller, the occasional music video, some quick and fun trashy comedy, horror or documentary. Most times we don't even know what will be playing. Films are generally under 8 minutes to keep things fast paced and fun, followed by a QA with the director to hear about the process. Enjoy the networking, meet the artisans, recruit for your next short film, hang out. **DETAILS:** Admission $13+fees = $13.83. Tickets at the door if still available ($15 cash exact change, or Square) FILMS UNRATED (18+ by default). Content may offend. TUESDAY NOVEMBER 24 6PM at Eclipse Cinema 32 Wellington Street, Collingwood. Tickets at https://events.humanitix.com/filmonik-133-open-screen-short-films This is an accessible venue, DDA-compliant. 5:45pm to chat and network in lobby. 6pm getting inside cinema, getting ready. We start the films at 6:15pm at the latest. Eclipse is Licensed to serve a range of quality wines & craft beers and has homemade Choc Tops, popcorn or sweets. **FILMMAKERS:** Our open-screen gets pretty popular these days so the best practice is submitting in advance at filmonik.com.au/submit-your-film or [info@filmonik.com.au](mailto:info@filmonik.com.au) and we can reserve you a spot in the program. Films under 5 minutes get close-to-automatic entry, 5-10 minutes films are scheduled first-come first-serve until the allocated time is full. Anything over 10 minutes goes into a queue and gets held up until there's a quiet month, with quality control applying to these films. A QA with the host follows each film. Organize your own premiere with us or run a cheeky pre-premiere of your festival film. Guidelines here: filmonik.com.au/how-to-screen. There are no submission fees, but everyone is asked to buy a ticket as explained in our [Entry Fee Disclaimer.](https://filmonik.com.au/entry-fee-disclaimer/) Filmonik is part of the worldwide Kino movement active in 30+ cities around the world since 1999 but we're fully autonomous, fully Aussie.

Women & Gender Diverse Filmmakers/Actors Networking Night

Calling all \*\*female-identifying, non-binary and gender diverse \*\* filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts! Join us at **6pm** **Monday Dec 7th (the first Monday of every month)** at the Motley Bauhaus (NEW LOCATION) for a chance to build relationships in the film community. This event is an expansion of the very successful **Movie Mutuals Wednesday Night Networking group** which has grown remarkably, with a weekly turnout of over 50 participants, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favourite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded women, non-binary and gender diverse people, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance. You will become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. **What to Expect:** *There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Beyond this networking event, we also host weekly Wednesday night meetups, exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

Novella to Feature Film

Calling a talented group of aspiring filmmakers: Creating a big screen James Bond Style action cliffhanger. Working from a Novella: THE AiGENT. Join in creation of: Screenplay, storyboard, character casting, scene production, editing , and music. Join a dynamic group.... and own it!

50+ Filmmakers/Actors Gather Every Wednesday - Join Us!

Join us every **Wednesday at 5 PM** at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) for a dynamic networking event tailored for filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts. Afterward, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Understanding that schedules vary, feel free to join at any time that suits you. Rain or shine, our community has gathered every week for the past year, maintaining a consistent and welcoming environment. Our group has grown remarkably, with a **weekly turnout of over 50 participants**, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Feel free to bring friends interested in filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favorite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded individuals, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. At **7 PM**, we move to 'Champagne Problems', a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. **What to Expect:** *Our Wednesday meetup is primarily a large networking event for industry professionals. There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Conversations flow freely around the table, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie. Beyond Wednesdays, we also host exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more. Each week brings fresh dialogues—some participants discuss their weekend shoots, others exchange insights with seasoned producers and directors, and a few engage in filmmaking exercises. It’s a space designed for creative engagement without strict structure or formal oversight.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

Reel Rock 20 Film Tour at The Astor Theatre

Join me for a night of climbing films at one of Melbourne's most beautiful old cinemas. Reel Rock is the climbing world's big annual film night, and this one is the 20th edition — big walls, hard projects, and a very enthusiastic crowd that tends to cheer at the screen. The 2026 program lists four films: Colin Haley on a winter solo push on Cerro Torre, Michaela Kiersch chasing the 5.15 and V15 double, adaptive climbers Ben Mayforth and Mo Beck, and Olympic champion Janja Garnbret on Bibliographie. Eventbrite lists the runtime as about 2 hours 30 minutes. We'll meet outside the doors of The Astor Theatre at 6:30pm, say hello, then head in together around 6:40pm to find seats before the films start at 7:00pm. Look out for me near the entrance on Chapel Street. This is a casual social meetup so we can go along together — it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Reel Rock Film Tour, Adventure Entertainment, or The Astor Theatre. Please book your own ticket directly through the links below; an RSVP here isn't a ticket and doesn't include entry. **Who this is for** * Climbers of any level — boulderers, gym regulars, trad nerds, rope-gun wannabes * Anyone who just likes a good adventure documentary; no climbing experience needed * People who'd rather watch it with a group than on their own * Coming solo is completely fine — plenty of people do, and it's an easy one to turn up to by yourself **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/No6BF4VM1phPS94B8 * Tickets (Eventbrite): https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/reel-rock-20-film-tour-melbourne-tickets-1993928137735 * Reel Rock 20: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/home/au/ * 2026 program: https://www.reelrockfilmtour.com/program/2026-program/ **Timeline** * 6:30pm – Meet at the doors of The Astor Theatre and say hello * 6:40pm – Head inside and get seated * 7:00pm – Films start * 9:30pm – Films end and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** * You book and pay for your own ticket through the Eventbrite link above. * Ticket types and prices are set by the organiser and change over time — check Eventbrite for what's currently available. Early bird tickets are cheaper while they last. * Please book ahead. Reel Rock nights are popular and can sell out, and an RSVP here doesn't hold a seat for you. * Eventbrite lists this as a no-refunds event, so double-check the date before you buy. **Transport** * The Astor Theatre is at 1 Chapel Street, St Kilda, on the corner of Chapel Street and Dandenong Road. * Trams run along both Chapel Street and Dandenong Road, and Windsor station is a short walk away. * If you're driving, it's street parking in the surrounding streets — check the signs, and allow extra time to find a spot. **Bring** * Your ticket (on your phone is fine) * A jacket — evenings can be cool and the theatre can be too * Cash or card if you want snacks or a drink from the candy bar **Expect** * Difficulty: none, it's a cinema * Pace: relaxed — arrive, sit, watch * Vibe: friendly and a bit rowdy, in a good way * Group style: come and go as you please; we meet at the doors and sit together if seating allows **Important notes** * Please arrive by 6:30pm if you'd like to sit with the group. We'll head in at 6:40pm and can't wait around once the films start. * Seating depends on your ticket and how full the session is, so sitting together isn't guaranteed. * Times, films, and the program are set by the organiser and could change — the Reel Rock and Eventbrite pages are the source of truth. * Follow The Astor's house rules and staff instructions, and please be considerate of others during the screening. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so the numbers stay clear for everyone.

Godzilla Minus Zero (Southland)

HumanArt Fine-Art Nude Photography Lighting Workshop

This is not another portfolio build. The aim is to teach you actual lighting techniques to elevate your photography to award winning levels over an intense 3 hours of creative lighting techniques. • Half hour group chat about finding your own creative style. How to be an ethical photographer. Growing trust in your brand. (10am to 10.30am) • 10.30am to 1:30pm - 3 hours Fine Art Nude with Strobe Lighting setups Total mTime: 10am to 1,30pm (3.5 hours) Date: Sunday 22, November,ber 2026 Price: $245 per person ( limited spaces up to 8 attendees) Location: Studio F4.0. (Frank Sartori photo Studio) Factory 8/14 Albert St, Preston VIC 3072 Enquiries: Instagram via either @ni.ck5374 or @humanart_1 or email to [nick@ncpdesign.com.au](mailto:nick@ncpdesign.com.au) Things to bring: Your own camera capable of accepting a hotshot flash trigger, spare camera card and spare batteries. Model will be @[skye._model](https://www.instagram.com/ni.ck5374/?hl=en#) ##

African Music and Cultural Festival at Federation Square

Godzilla Minus Zero at IMAX

Join me for Godzilla Minus Zero on the giant screen at IMAX Melbourne! This is director Takashi Yamazaki's follow-up to the Oscar-winning Godzilla Minus One, picking up in 1949, two years after the first film. It's also the first Japanese production ever Filmed For IMAX, so it doesn't get much bigger than this. Please note: the film is presented in Japanese with English subtitles. We'll meet at the IMAX Melbourne ticket booth (inside Melbourne Museum, Carlton Gardens) at 5:45pm for a quick hello, then head in for the 5:55pm session. I'm in seat H25 – if you'd like to sit nearby, pick a seat around row H when you book. A Meetup RSVP does not include a movie ticket – please book your own directly with IMAX Melbourne. **Who this is for** * Godzilla and kaiju fans, and anyone who loved Godzilla Minus One * Anyone keen to see a big blockbuster the way it was filmed to be seen * Happy watching with subtitles (Japanese with English subtitles) * Solo attendees very welcome – the whole point is having people to watch with **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fiaeQC2GcLt5gKB76 * Tickets (IMAX Melbourne, 5:55pm session): https://web.imaxmelbourne.com.au/order/showtimes/IMAX-23650/seats * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMuOpaFfSp8 **Timeline** * 5:45pm – Meet at the IMAX Melbourne ticket booth and say hi * 5:55pm – Get seated and the movie starts * \~8:30pm – Movie ends and the meetup finishes (optional dinner nearby for anyone keen) **Tickets / cost** * Book your own ticket directly with IMAX Melbourne using the link above. * For reference, my adult ticket was $23 plus a $2 online booking fee. Prices vary by ticket type. * My seat is H25 – book early if you'd like a seat close by, as nearby seats may go quickly. * The film is rated M. **Bring** * Your ticket * A light layer – cinemas can feel cool **Expect** * Vibe: Relaxed and social – say hi before, watch together, chat after * Pace: Easy – a quick hello, then just over two hours in the cinema * Group style: Everyone books their own seat, so we may not all be sitting together **Important notes** * The film is in Japanese with English subtitles. * This is a casual social meetup so we can head along together – it isn't run by, affiliated with, or endorsed by IMAX Melbourne. An RSVP here isn't a ticket or guaranteed entry. * The window before the session is short. If you're running late, head straight to your seat and say hi after the film. * Please follow IMAX Melbourne's rules and staff instructions. * Dinner afterwards is optional, and everyone pays their own way. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Writers & Creatives Social

We are trialling a new platform and will be running the new platform from 2024. Please signup here: [https://www.downtomeet.com/Melbourne-Writers](https://www.downtomeet.com/Melbourne-Writers) The Wharf Hotel by the river. Southern Cross Station is closest. Ask at the bar to find us. Or call us 0403193785. Tonight's Social Evening Schedule: (Ideas welcome) 6pm to 6.45pm: Socializing 6.45pm to 6.55pm: Introduction and overview of the evening by Jim including go-around introduction 6.55pm to 7pm: A word from Mat our founder 7pm to 7.10pm A paired connection question to get people talking with one another 7.10pm to 7.30pm: Guest Topic: Alex will summarize some expert wisdom on writing dialogue and then discuss that wisdom in relation to his own experience writing dialogue. 10 mins talk 10 mins Q & A. 7.30pm to 8.15pm: Readings section open to all to read out something from their work up to 4 minutes. Feedback optional. 8.15pm to 9.30pm: Socializing. Optional. Many of us love this as a chance to connect personally in a screen-addicted culture. • Come out and meet some like-minded folks who enjoy writing and other entertainment and creative outlets. We'll hang around until at least 8.30pm, but often later. All age ranges, all writing types (and entertainment types), all the way from never writing and up to published authors. • This night is about you. So chat to people, read out your work, give feed back, get to know everyone... Or, feel free to sit back and chill. It's your night, enjoy it how you see fit. **Please only RSVP if you can make it.** **We're booking the area, so we will need you to turn up if you say you are coming.** **We have added an attendee limit, so please update your RSVP if you can not make it.** Thank you, Melbourne Writers. The Wharf Hotel food menu: https://www.wharfhotel.com.au/eat-and-drink Great Links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelbWriters Website: www.worldwriterscollective.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelbCityWriters Blog: http://melbournewriters.wordpress.com **Help us by getting in contact so you can add to these social pages and site - matclarke.author@gmail.com**

Photographing the Female Nude

Movie & Chat - Watch "Godzilla Minus Zero" at Village, Southland