AFIN International Film Festival held in Brisbane

AFIN International Film Festival's Awards Gala took place on November 28 in Brisbane. During the Awards Gala, guest speakers from the industry were invited, and there were live performances by Birdman Randy & Ivory Street Preachers.

The festival included three screening nights in Brisbane, which were attended by film makers and film lovers alike, and the formal red carpet awards night.

Besides the dinner, which was included in the ticket price, the attendees were given the opportunity to meet filmmakers, actors, and film industry professionals and be entertained by MC, multi-talented actress, comedian, and performer, Tracie Filmer.

Awards presentations were done by judges and many special guests, and live entertainment was presented by 5-piece band, "Birdman Randy & The Ivory Street Preachers".

AFIN International Film Festival celebrates and showcases excellence in filmmaking and storytelling from emerging and established filmmakers and screenwriters, from every corner of the globe. An open, and market orientated film industry event, AFIN supports innovation and exploration in film, and provides networking opportunities for local and international film makers.

With direct links with international sales agents and distributors, AFIN make special introductions for certain awards winners (Best Feature and Best Australian Film), to assist them in achieving success.

Entries are selected and screened based on their artistic value, originality, globally distributable appeal, production values/quality, and narrative content.