The Melbourne Documentary Film Festival is a tremendous platform for short documentary filmmakers. At the 2023 festival, audiences will be treated to four sessions of shorts that tackle a broad spectrum of issues and shine a light on individuals whose […]
From July 1st – 31st audiences across Australia can stream some amazing documentaries online at the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival. This year’s online lineup includes a dynamic selection of international documentaries that will challenge your perception and open your eyes […]
Our favorite time of year is back and with it the return of our favorite festival! The 8th Melbourne Documentary Film Festival returns this July with a showcase of spectacular documentaries ready to reach your soul, capture your heart, and […]
Offering incredible insight into the history and work of the Assistance League, a national nonprofit organization with over 120 chapters in the United States dedicated to helping communities through philanthropic programs, “A Pebble in the Pond” is a remarkably special […]
Life can be full of restrictions and opportunities for self-doubt. The dance studio doesn’t have to be one of those places. In “Everybody Dance” directed by Dan Watt, Watt takes viewers inside Ballet for All Kids, a nonprofit program in […]
Filmmaker Dan Watt knows a thing or two about dance. Most importantly, he knows how it can transform people’s lives. A former professional dancer and dance teacher, Watt’s debut documentary “Everybody Dance” follows a group of students with different developmental […]
Can we be blunt? “Finite: The Climate of Change” is easily one of the must-see environmental documentaries of the year. There are many amazing films out there with different perspectives on the climate crisis, but few are as enthralling as […]
What are the mental health impacts on those who play professional sports? “Ten Count” directed by Nathanael Wiseman takes a deep dive into the intense pressures athletes face and how the extreme highs and lows of being in the public […]
In Mihaal Danziger’s “A Certain Mother” four Australian moms share their personal takes on motherhood and some of the unique, often relatable, issues they’ve had to confront in their role as mom. The film is shot over the course of […]
Every year, the Melbourne Documentary Film Festival puts on a wonderful selection of short documentaries that illuminate the human experience through thought-provoking, powerful, and often spellbinding stories. The 2022 short documentary lineup includes films that are deeply personal for many […]
