Down Under film festival has been a vital hub for
enthusiasts of Australian and New Zealand cinema and culture
since 2011.
As Europe's leading festival for Australian & New Zealand film, Down Under Film Festival (DUFF) ranges from independent productions to blockbusters, from student and professional short films to inspiring documentaries – diversity being one of the cornerstones of the program.
Bringing Australian and New Zealand Films to Europe
As only a few films from Down Under actually get a European cinema release, most of the poetic, visually stunning images, the distinct quirkiness, dark humour and authentic storytelling, which in their combination are unique to Australian and New Zealand cinema, are too often lost to European and German audiences. Here, DUFF steps in to bring fresh filmmaking from Australia and New Zealand to Berlin, offering a platform for these incredible films and new audiences to meet at the heart of Europe
Programming Diversity
Without a focus on a specific genre, audiences of DUFF can enjoy all types of films such as drama, comedy, thriller, horror, animation, Indigenous and experimental. To guarantee the best and latest film highlights, the festival program consists of both submitted films and carefully selected cinematic gems. The festival has also co-operated with renowned film institutions and film schools such as the New Zealand Film Commission, Screen Australia, the Victorian College of the Arts in Melbourne (VCA) and the Australian Film, Television and Radio School (AFTRS).
Filmmkers Networking Brunch
DUFF provides a unique opportunity for filmmakers, sponsors, and team members to meet and mingle in an intimate and exclusive brunch. Time to talk shop, exchange details, and plan collaborations. Always a great asset for filmmakers.