GEELONG’S most famous film star, Guy Pearce, wants local film makers to enter the Gateways Film Festival highlighting the contributions of people with disabilities.
The Gateways Film Festival of Amazing Shorts (GAFFAS) is aimed at highlighting the positive contributions that people with disabilities make to their families and the community.
“I’m very excited about the launch of GAFFAS,” Mr Pearce said.
“This is a real chance for budding film makers to express their talents through a short film, showing us the many facets of life for people with disabilities.
“It’s an opportunity to celebrate diversity as well as perhaps highlight some of the hurdles faced in everyday life.
“Films can be fun, moody, educational, inspirational… Anything you want really. So get your camera’s rolling and let’s see what you’ve got.”
Gateways Support Services CEO, Rosemary Malone said the GAFFAS was an opportunity for film makers as well as people who had never made a film before to share their untold stories.
“Over the years we have met many amazing people with stories of courage, humour, determination, self-belief, joy and friendship,” Ms Malone said.
“This is a chance for their stories to be told and I can’t wait to see them up on the big screen.
“There are some great cash prizes for the winning films, so I encourage you to grab your camera and take up the challenge.”
Entries for GAFFAS close on 6 November and more information can be found at gateways.com.au.
