When octogenarian Beatrice receives a call from a scammer, she falls into his trap and agrees to ‘lend’ him her nest-egg. 

The dénouement is unexpected, humorous and empowering.

‘Scammed’ was produced by an elderly cast and crew embracing modern production technology.

&nbsp;When 80-year-old Beatrice receives a call from a scammer, she promptly falls into his trap. "Who? Who is it?" Beatrice asks. The scammer parries until he’s rewarded with, "Oh, is that you Dan?"
And then, under substantial pressure and a promise to repay the ‘loan’ within a week, Beatrice agrees to lend ‘Dan’ her hip-replacement nest-egg.
Pleased with the prospect of $30,000 the scammer warns her not to tell anyone and so the story progresses with a surprise ending that will delight, empower, and possibly induce a few fist pumps.&nbsp;

Scammed is an ensemble piece - involving 20 elderly actors, four locations, 7 sets, and nearly 100 costume changes. Oh, and a cat.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Scammed

Stacey And Her Toy Duck

Estranged siblings Elizabeth and Danny reunite in their childhood home after the death of their eccentric mother. Without a will or any instructions, old wounds are quickly reopened and disagreements abound. A Ouija board may be the only way for “Mom” to provide the guidance they both desperately seek.


Estranged siblings Elizabeth and Danny reunite in their childhood home after the death of their eccentric mother. Without a will or any instructions, old wounds are quickly reopened and disagreements abound. A Ouija board may be the only way for “Mom” to provide the guidance they both desperately seek.

Ashes to Dust

THRIFTY GIFTY

A biscuit can lead to unexpected situations in life in this pixilation film.

That's My Biscuit!

	Four girls at a sleepover attempt to tell scary stories with varying degrees of success.

Four girls at a sleepover attempt to tell scary stories with varying degrees of success. There's stories of revengeful cow, a worm genie and a lightning storm with a sense of humour, but could one of these tales be true?

I Knew a Boy Once

'Slay Queen' is the ultimate new game for your phone, and if you don't say nice things about the game, it may just come to life.

'Slay Queen' is the ultimate new game for your phone, and if you don't say nice things about the game, it may just come to life.

Slay Queen

3 Minutes, 2 Lovers, 1 Way Out. 

A couple on the rocks, Holly (Tahnee Hanley) and Nate (Adam di Martino) enter an escape room. With 3 minutes on the clock, they must put their differences aside to work together…somehow. 
Various puzzles stand in their way, including each other.
But more is behind the clues than one of them realises.

Who is clued in?


Clued In

Chae-hyun and Jung-su, a couple in their 5th year of dating, on their way back from their 5th anniversary trip to Yecheon, a painting of purity. When they accumulate in a trip, they fight over work. In particular, Chae-hyun doesn't like her sun cap. How to be the opposite when you love. With Jung-su's fart, the mood is getting bigger, but she gets to eat at a rest area, and Chae-hyun talks about a flower bud. "You can become a beautiful flower only when you blow your ears." How do they reconcile

Flower Fart

What's the difference between contentment and settling? Sam and Tess try to find out if this is something real, or if there's someone better three swipes away. They start to fall despite one detail he omitted: he lives just down the hall.



What's the difference between contentment and settling? Sam and Tess try to find out if this is something real, or if there's someone better three swipes away. They start to fall despite one detail he omitted: he lives just down the hall.

Wooloomooloo 

'The Rectangle Love Triangle' follows Nathan's quest for love takes a wild turn when he ignites a passionate yet short-lived affair with an older man named Coop. Determined to move on, he meets Tray and falls into a new relationship. However, a dinner with Tray's parents takes a shocking twist.

The Rectangle Love Triangle 

A 2024 kid is stuck in a 1950's family.

Forwards To The Past

The script is missing. Some say it was a work of genius.

The script is missing. Some say it was a work of genius.

The script is missing

When the signs go up, the public must obey - Definitely no laughing on Wednesday's.

When the signs go up, the public must obey - Definitely no laughing on Wednesday's.

No laughing on Wednesday's

When your daughter is your therapist.

The Therapist

Party goers enjoying themselves, unaware of the dangers that lie within...

HitChip For Hire

You know that feeling when someone goes on a holiday and forgets to invite you? Yeah, me too!

You know that feeling when someone goes on a holiday and forgets to invite you? Yeah, me too!

Back Soon

Can Letty get through the day? Just the morning would be goo

Undiagnosed is one woman trying to battle through her morning to get things done. Is she undiagnosed? She doesn’t know but things always take a lot longer than expected. Especially when there are a lot of things to distract you.

Undiagnosed

A man must get his distant stepbrother to the funeral of an unlikeable family friend to appease his Mother.

A Little Strange

A man goes in search of his dreams, but is caught between homesickness and attachment to his new home.

Bittersweet Home

Amy sees a grief counsellor, but the Zoom session takes an unexpected turn.

Amy sees a grief counsellor, but the Zoom session takes an unexpected turn.

The Goat

A man runs late for work and tries to make a speedy getaway. The only problem is he is parked between
two cars.

A man runs late for work and tries to make a speedy getaway. The only problem is he is parked between
two cars.

Parallel

A boy receives a weekend project from his teacher to go out into the community and find a way to create positivity. He reluctantly takes on the project to avoid any trouble from his parents. The project takes him on an unexpected journey of self-discovery as well as finding out the true meaning of creating positivity.

The Positivity Project

A young woman fulfils a lifelong ambition to learn to surf...and learns a few things about life along the way.

'In the beginning, we were them and they were us, free spirits who chased and rode nature's energy in the oceans and the mountains of the world'

'The Ride' was filmed entirely in the Sutherland Shire and at Cronulla beaches. Narelle is also a Shire resident.

The Ride

Every office has a secret. 
There is something wrong with the office where Georgia, Piper and Violet work. Strange things are happening. But why? This horror lite film follows a possessed girl who worked at the office 15 years ago, who still haunts it to this day. With nothing to protect the new employees, will lives be taken? Will they escape the lurking girl who seems to find them everywhere? Is something wrong with her? Is something wrong with them? Or is something wrong with us…? 

Every office has a secret. There is something wrong with the office where Georgia, Piper and Violet work. Strange things are happening. But why? For what reason? This horror lite film follows a possessed girl who worked at the office 15 years ago, who still haunts it to this day. With nothing to protect the new employees, will lives be taken? Will they escape the lurking girl who seems to find them everywhere? Is something wrong with her? Is something wrong with them? Or is something wrong with us…? Something's Wrong With Us was written, directed and acted by Isobel Sellers, Georgia Harris, Lee Sellers, Violet Beresford and Piper Elston

Something's Wrong With Us

A Chilean man on walkabout in the Canadian wilderness has his principles put to the test after he punctures the fabric of reality.

Bullseye Butterfly

Two friendly middle-aged couples are experiencing twin problems - boredom, burnout, an increasing number of mutual grievances, daily "reminiscences" and accusations. They have endless discussions about the crisis and ideas for overcoming the problems.  

Two friendly middle-aged couples are experiencing twin problems - boredom, burnout, an increasing number of mutual grievances, daily "reminiscences" and accusations. They have endless discussions about the crisis and ideas for overcoming the problems. Mikołaj and the lost Jacek - are tossed around in emotional dependencies, in each subsequent scene and conversation revealing their weaknesses, complexes and a very unique view of their love life. Four independent characters - the perfect Monika, an independent artist Anka, a self-confident and successful man. Each of them has been thinking about leaving their current partner for a long time, but no one is able to take such a radical step. Their emotional activity comes down to subsequent 'decisive, final conversations, which, however, do not lead to any specific solutions. One day, inspired by Jacek's monologue, Mikołaj comes up with a great idea. The carousel of events begins to run.&nbsp;

Salted Caramel

Ho Man Ho grew up with his father telling tales of their ancestor Ho Man and his great treasures, and has always believed that the land Ho Man Tin was acquired by Ho Man who resides there.  Since young, Ho Man Ho has explored the area, looking for the legendary treasures.  After his father passed, Ho Man Ho moved away to pursue his career.  Having all grown up, he happened to pass by Ho Man Tin again, revisiting his childhood memories…

Director Statement:
“HoManHo in HoManTin” was shot in Ho Man Tin, an ordinary Hong Kong residential area with deep personal significance as my birthplace and childhood home.
This short film was shot entirely with a mobile phone, taking the audience along for treasure hunt in a candid, spontaneous way; the stripping down of techniques remind us of our humble beginnings. The coming of age leads us all into a maze where we feel lost, and this film aims to recall that limitless imagination for possibilities from our childhood.  Born and bred into this city’s heartbeat, let us find the direction of our hearts.
I filmed this film to express my gratitude to my hometown, and to record it during this time of change in Hong Kong. I wanted to capture Ho Man Tin from both a child’s imaginative perspective, as well as through the nostalgic lens of an adult. This place will always hold dreams and passion for me despite transformations.

HoManHo in HoManTin

	A ride-hailing driver, facing a series of misfortunes, buys a fish to release in hopes of changing his luck. However, he discovers that he can understand the fish's speech. At the fish's request, he postpones his release plans. Meanwhile, memories of a childhood chemical factory persistently resurface in his mind.


I aim to tell a lighthearted and amusing story that brings warmth while subtly revealing the inescapable loneliness present in contemporary society.
The film alternates between three types of visual materials: the flickering light and shadows of diary films, the narrative told through black-and-white images, and the raw, unedited footage. These elements interact in unique ways, creating a special dynamic.
I also want to capture fragments of the times within the narrative. In this era, the smartphone has become the most widely used tool for capturing images, serving as a testament to the time itself. Thus, I chose to use it as my filming tool.

The Vanished River and the Thing

It's a cool, funny story about a normal guy who turns into a hero.

Super Normie

A random act of kindness has unintended consequences 

Pay It Forward briefly explores the idea of unintended consequence, in this case a woman pays forward a random act of kindness and despite good intentions things go horribly wrong.

Pay It Forward

In NYC, five strangers' lives intersect in unexpected ways, revealing the subtle interconnectedness between them as they navigate personal struggles. 

One day in NYC the lives of five people cross paths with each other in unexpected ways, revealing the subtle yet important interconnectedness of their lives as they grapple with their own issues and try to make sense of the chaos that surrounds them. Love is a complicated and messy thing, and sometimes it takes being broken to find the pieces that fit.&nbsp;

Broken Pieces

Come on a quirky, colourful and fun adventure with Doctor Time and his gang, as they fight to stay in control, realise the power of their minds and save the day amidst a whirlwind of uncertainty and chaos! This is a wacky story of friendship, changing realities and the rise of teen misfits finally having their turn to be heroes.

15 year old Robin has a big imagination and dreams of being a hero. At school all he wants is to be liked and have his turn in the limelight. When will he have a chance to prove himself and show he is capable? After he is humiliated in front of his class, a chain of events unfold and Robin realises his true power, as the super hero Doctor Time.&nbsp;
Robin then steps into a parallel world and with the help of his super hero friends, Black Wolf and Sun Light, he stands up against his nemesis Evil Time who is determined to steal everyones mind and take over the world.
Come on a quirky, colourful and fun adventure with Doctor Time and his gang, as they fight to stay in control, realise the power of their minds and save the day amidst a whirlwind of uncertainty and chaos! This is a wacky story of friendship, changing realities and the rise of teen misfits finally having their turn to be heroes.
Half the main cast of Doctor Time are youth with disabilities, including the protagonist played by a teen with Down syndrome. This truly is an opportunity for the unexpected heroes to shine.

DOCTOR TIME

A man is going through his late father's belongings when he stumbles upon an Aztec death whistle.

After Henry's father passes away, he travels into town to sort through his estate. His sister, Annie, is being as supportive as she can over the phone. While searching for their father's old pocket watch, Henry stumbles upon an Aztec Death whistle and is unprepared for what happens when he blows into it.&nbsp;

Death Whistle

In the comedic short film "The Thirst," a man living in a remote area discovers he's out of water on a scorching day. Guided by a magic stick, he embarks on an unexpected journey to find relief.

Visual comedy has always been within me, shaping my approach to storytelling and filmmaking. My passion for humorous character creation, nature and world of imagination deeply influences my work, and these elements are central to my new film, "The Thirst." This short film combines humor with a journey through a harsh, desolate landscape, reflecting my enduring love for blending comedic elements with the beauty and challenge of nature. Through "The Thirst," I aim to bring visual comedy to life, engaging audiences with both laughter and a sense of adventure.

The Thirst

Laura Duncan needs to find an exorcist for her dog.

Laura's dogs, Samson and Delilah, are acting unusual. They both like to stare off into the distance for no reason at all. Samson, the Pomeranian, also likes to bark at nothing. But now Laura is suspecting that demonic work is at play, as Delilah is contorting herself into unnatural positions. Can Laura get help from an exorcist for her dog?

Demon Dog

A well-meaning man discovers that love can change in five minutes.

My good friend and filmmaking partner, Mik Gojic, came to me with an idea to make a one-continuous-shot short film. We started in my shower and began tossing around ideas. As we finished in the middle of the street, 500m from my house, we were exhausted... but satisfied.
I then recruited a band of 14 misfits and began rehearsals. On the day, we only shot two usable takes, as we couldn't lockdown the location and school children began to arrive home. It was a ridiculous endeavour, but we learned one important lesson... you can pop three bottles of champagne in a hire-car and they won't notice.

The Meaning Of No

Charlie’s Crusade is a classic 'Unsung Hero' story that highlights the often overlooked role of the janitor in the school. The film is reminiscent of Buster Keaton's comedic brilliance, with a this narrative that unfolds through the lens of the 1920s silent film era, celebrating the quiet achievers of our communities. With classic chase scenes and melodramatic characters, we follow the journey of our hero Charlie who tries to save the school from the evil villain, Principal Scott.

This year, our Support Unit students of Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus embarked on a remarkable journey into the origins of cinema, immersing themselves in the illustrious golden era of silent film. Drawing inspiration from cinematic icons such as Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin, our young filmmakers dedicated themselves to the creation of the quintessential underdog narrative.

Through rigorous research and the incorporation of traditional melodramatic characters and plot devices, combined with the film techniques characteristic of the silent film era, our students cultivated a profound appreciation for contemporary blockbusters by tracing their cinematic lineage.

Our film introduces Charlie, the dauntless hero, on a mission to rescue the school from the malevolent designs of the ultimate antagonist—school principal Miss Scott. With his loyal sidekick and a cadre of legendary students by his side, Charlie embarks on a comedic and adventurous odyssey to defeat evil and champion the cause of good. Huzzah!&nbsp;

We invite you to join us in celebrating the ingenuity and dedication of our students with disabilities in this tribute to the silent film era. Witness their newfound understanding and passion for the art of filmmaking as they pay homage to the pioneers who paved the way for modern cinema.

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