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What is the purpose of Tropfest?

02/14/2021 by Ellenor Mcfarland

What is the purpose of Tropfest?

Tropfest is one of Australia’s most iconic cultural events responsible for launching some of Australia’s most notable film and TV careers. Since 1993 Tropfest’s purpose has been simple: to create platforms for filmmakers to generate new content & share their stories.

Does Tropfest exist?

Tropfest, the world’s largest short film festival and a hugely popular summer event in Australia, has been cancelled one month before it was set to be held in Sydney’s Centennial Park and broadcast around the country.

Who started Tropfest?

John Polson
It has also become known as the world’s first global film festival. Founded by actor/director John Polson, Tropfest began in 1993 as a screening for 200 people at the ‘Tropicana Caffe’ in Darlinghurst, Sydney, Australia, but has since become the largest platform for short films in the world.

Is Tropfest dead?

The demise of Tropfest came as a shock to most local filmmakers in Australia. …

What is the tropfest prize?

The winner of Tropfest Australia 2019 will take home a fabulous prize package, including a brand new Holden vehicle worth more than $30,000, a return trip to Los Angeles for a film immersion course and meetings with screen industry executives, courtesy of the MPA, $10,000 cash and membership to the Australian …

Is tropfest 2020 happening?

Film buffs now have a lot longer to work on their 2020 Tropfest entries, 10 months to be exact. Director, actor and founder John Polson has confirmed the 30th annual short film festival will be held in December instead of February, which is when it has been held over recent years.

Who won tropfest 2013?

Nicholas Clifford
A short film about kindness titled We’ve All Been There won Australia’s Tropfest last night. Film-maker Nicholas Clifford won the prize from a shortlist of 16 films screened across numerous live sites and on SBS.