Our Accommodation Deals

Our Accommodation Deals

What’s better than experiencing the best short films from Australia and around the world, under the stars, with the Coral Sea and Daintree Rainforest as your backdrop? Doing it with a 15% discount on accommodation, courtesy of our friends at Star Resorts!

The Port Shorts Film Festival is thrilled to offer our supporters this special resort room deal, so you can join us for an unforgettable evening of amazing short films, fun, and good vibes on Saturday, October 19 at Rex Smeal Park, Port Douglas.

To access the discounted resort rooms, simply visit any of the three resorts listed below and use the discount code PORTSHORTS.

🌺 Hibiscus Resort & Spa is centrally located in Port Douglas. The resort draws its inspiration from Bali and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens and jade vines. The tranquil vibe allows you to relax and enjoy your tropical getaway.

🌴Club Tropical Resort is located on the vibrant Macrossan Street of Port Douglas, Club Tropical Resort has the boutique shops, award winning restaurants, and bars & cafes right on our door step. Reef Marina and 4 Mile Beach are close by.

🌊 Beaches Port Douglas offers 2 & 3 bedroom apartments that have the prime position over looking 4 Mile Beach. Only a short walk to the vibrant Macrossan St with its array of shops, restaurants, eateries and “watering holes”.

Port Shorts Guest Judge 2024

Port Shorts Guest Judge 2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Ivan Vukusic, the Awards and Industry Development Manager at the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA), will be joining the Port Shorts crew as a guest judge for 2024.

Ivan is responsible for AACTA Awards voting and outcomes, and with his team, liaises with industry on process and policy. Ivan launched the development arm of AACTA in 2018 which has helped fast track the career of many early stage creatives, across a range of specialised initiatives. In 2024, alongside partners Essential Screen Skills, he launched the inaugural AACTA Screen Careers Expo. The largest event of its kind in the southern hemisphere, the AACTA Screen Careers Expo is an invaluable opportunity for students, their parents and workers looking to transfer from other industries to learn about all aspects of the exciting screen industry, the many incredible career pathways on offer, and the education and training available to get them there.

Prior to AACTA, Ivan was an independent entertainment and media consultant, working with the likes of Vendetta Films, Monster Pictures, Shock Entertainment and Closer Pictures and across distribution, event management, development and acquisition. He was National Sales Manager at Umbrella Entertainment before moving into the role of Manager of Cinema Sales and Marketing in 2011. Ivan started his film industry career at Walt Disney Studios where he was an Account Manager in the theatrical department from 2008 – 2010. Early in his career he worked extensively in the music industry for companies such as Festival Records and Mushroom.

Port Shorts Judges 2024

Port Shorts Judges 2024

Get ready for an experience that will ignite your passion for filmmaking like never before! The Port Shorts Film Festival 2024 is the coolest film festival in the heart of the tropics, providing a platform for creatives to showcase their talent and connect with some of Australia’s most accomplished filmmakers.

Port Shorts is not just about winning over $15,000 in cash and prizes, but about celebrating the art of short film and the creativity of screen artists from around the world. The prize pool is just the icing on the cake, with the real reward being the opportunity to be inspired.

The festival is proud to have acclaimed Australian actor Stephen Curry, Wolf Creek and Rogue Executive Producer Matt Hearn, and Aboriginal Australian award-winning actress, Rarriwuy Hick as official ambassadors, mentors, and judges.

The collaboration of this dynamic trio is now locked in, and they’re poised to bring their combined expertise and passion to the 2024 festival.

 

Port Shorts Judges 2024

They’re Back!

Get ready for a cinematic celebration like no other! 💥

At the 2022, Port Shorts Film Festival, our long-time festival ambassadors, actor Stephen Curry and producer Matt Hearn, were joined on the judging panel by Dhalinybuy actor Rarriwuy Hick, marking a new chapter in the festival’s history. 🔥

The collaboration of this dynamic trio is now locked in, and they’re poised to bring their combined expertise and passion to the 2023 festival.

October 13 & 14 – Rex Smeal Park – see you there! 🎬

PS .. Stories… pssst

PS .. Stories… pssst

The “PS Stories” video series is an excellent opportunity to gain insights from previous Port Shorts Filmmakers and industry professionals. The series features interviews with filmmakers, finalists, award winners, festival ambassadors, musicians, producers, and directors, each sharing their unique perspectives and experiences in the industry.

PS Stories was filmed during COVID lockdown.

The Show Must Go On!

The Show Must Go On!

Given the present uncertainty surrounding COVID, the Port Shorts Crew have made the difficult decision to cancel the outdoor screening component of this year’s festival, which was scheduled to run Friday 15th & Saturday 16th October in Rex Smeal Park, Port Douglas.
Our focus will now be on the delivery of a Virtual Event. We’ll be bringing you the best short films from our own backyard and around the world. Screened to an even wider audience, offered to everyone, free of charge, everywhere!
Our Virtual Event (15th-23rd October) will be a great way to stay engaged with cinema from around the globe, and just by tuning in, you’ll be helping to support filmmakers and enable Port Shorts to continue into future years.
We thank you for being a loyal Port Shorts fan, and big love to you all for your continued support.
Stay safe & see you at the Virtual Festival!
Port Shorts Crew x