Presented by the Australian Directors Guild,the Independent Producers Initiative,
the Australian Writers Guild
 and
RMIT's School of Applied Communication

Want to know what impact the new Federal Budget will have on the film industry? What happened to 10BA? What is the new film agency? How will it operate? What do all of these changes mean to you as a filmmaker?

Having had some time to mull over the detail that exists, a forum of industry experts will consider the implications of what was announced in the Federal Budget on May 8. They will discuss what is known, outline where clarification is still required and identify business models that could make it work for you.

Following the discussion, an audience Q&A will provide you with a chance to have your questions answered and also reveal those issues that require further clarification by Government and those that require further lobbying at an industry level.

Speakers include:
Robert Connolly (Producer - Romulus My Father, The Boys / Director - The Bank)
Richard Harris (Executive Director - Australian Directors Guild)
James Hewison (CEO - Australian Film Institute)
Sue Maslin (Producer - Hunt Angels, Japanese Story)
Bryce Menzies (Entertainment Lawyer - Marshalls & Dent)
Brian Rosen (CEO - Film Finance Corporation)
Peter Young (Head - Film Branch, DCITA)

WHEN : Monday June 18th
TIME:  6.30 - 9.30pm
WHERE:  Kaleide Theatre, Swanston Street, Melbourne (a few doors down from Storey Hall, away from the city)
COST:   ADG, AWG, IPI and other film industry guild members FREE
RMIT students and staff FREE
Other Full Time students $10 *
AFI members $20 *
All others $40 *
RSVP : Essential to: ADG Administration. Please note your membership details and payment method if applicable.

*Payment methods:
Credit card over the phone to: (02) 9555 7045
Cheque/Money Order by post to: ADG, PO Box 211, Rozelle, NSW 2039
Cash on the night (however pre-payment is recommended to secure your seat!)

This event is presented by the ADG, AWG, IPI and RMIT's School of Applied Communication and marks the beginning of an ongoing partnership between ADG, AWG and RMIT.

The Australian Directors Guild 'Victorian Events Program' is supported by the AFC & Film Victoria