In this newsletter:

• Three Tasmanian films at BOFA 2105
• Spot our future film makers at a special screening of Tasmanian short films
• BOFA fosters Tassie talent with our masterclass

TASMANIAN TALENT
A look back at a Tasmanian classic, a new Tassie documentary and the world premiere of the first feature film made entirely in Launceston.

Director Roger Scholes will be a special guest at BOFA 2015 for this nostalgic screening of his 1987 classic The Tale of Ruby Rose.

As well as his many producer/director credits over 30 years, Roger has been a lecturer in the Open Program of AFTRS and other film and television courses, has worked as a script editor on numerous drama and documentary projects and as a project assessor for the AFC. He has also acted as a Mentor Director for the ABC and SBS. He’s been a board member of the Swinburne VCA Film and TV School and the Advisory Board of Screen Tasmania.

This film has stood the test of time- the powerful story and stunning cinematography of the Tasmanian Highlands is not to be missed. The film won four critics prizes at the Venice Film Festival in 1987 including Best Actress and Best Director.

2.20pm SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 
THE ANNEXE THEATRE

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Another World Premiere for BOFA with this quirky documentary telling the story of how a small community in northern Tasmania turned economic setbacks into triumphs. What started for directors Natalia and Grant Hennessy as a trip to film the annual Steamfest at Sheffield turned into a moving story of a community renewing itself through creating a thriving tourist industry built around murals and steam engines.  You’ll love the story, the country characters and the community spirit that created this man-made miracle.

10.15am SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7
QVMAG THEATRE

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Director Danny Youd will be a special guest at the World Premiere of his compelling first feature, shot entirely in Launceston on a tiny budget. In The Grey Areas the lives of three young people are thrown into chaos when an old ‘friend’ arrives back into town and sets in motion a series of events that will affect them more than they could ever imagine. Thoughtful, beautiful and haunting, The Grey Areas is a surrealist, dramatic thriller that follows an interconnected group of young people pushed to extremes in the deserted streets and laneways of an isolated community.

9.30pm FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
THE ANNEXE THEATRE

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Here’s your chance to spot the Tasmanian film makers of the future. Wide Angle Tasmania has curated a special program of 14 short films by Tasmanian writers and directors. From The Jelly Wrestler to The Reluctant Dad and Confessions of a Date-aholic  you’ll be entertained by the original and inventive work of these talented  Tasmanians.

Established in 2005, Wide Angle Tasmania is the state’s screen development organisation.  Principally funded by Screen Australia and Screen Tasmania, it is a not-for-profit organisation that nurtures local talent by providing advice, training, access to film production equipment and production initiatives.

There are plenty of promising film makers in Tasmania. Come along and see their work.

3pm SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8
QVMAG THEATRE

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The BOFA Masterclasses are our way of fostering local film making talent, bringing in industry professionals to provide their experience,  guidance and advice.

This one day masterclass is a great learning opportunity for indie film makers with projects ranging from an early stage idea to projects that are more advanced and seeking finance.
Industry professionals will show you how to maximise the impact (on audiences and in making change) and money (both investment and financial returns) of your film by using the Impact Producer process and new distribution mechanisms.

Industry experts will include: Andrew McPhail (Screen Tasmania) Trish Lake (Freshwater Pictures), Richard Harris (Screen Australia), David Doepel (TUGG), Andrea Ulbrick (ABC Factual), Rebecca Barry, (Producer,The Opposition, Call me Dad), Malinda Wink, (GoodPitch Australia) and Mike Hill (Moonshine Agency).

At 5.30pm, participants are invited to networking, drinks and refreshments at Design Centre Tasmania (2 blocks from Inveresk Precinct) with BOFA Devil Award presentations sponsored by Screen Tasmania

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7  -  9.30am to 4.30pm
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Sponsored by Screen Tasmania and TUGG Australia

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