About this Event
UNLOCKING THE SECRETS
What We Wish We Knew
What do experienced screen industry professionals wish they’d known when they were starting out?
Come along, ask your burning questions, hear a few industry secrets and find out what really happens behind the scenes.
We're excited to welcome two talented local professionals to our next Geelong Waterfront Film Foundation meetup.
🎭 Bert LaBonté — Actor “Actor & Director Collaboration”
Currently starring as Bill McCracken in Last Seen and known for NCIS: Sydney, Bert will talk about working with directors, the actor–director relationship and what makes a great collaboration on set with cast and crew.
🎥 Amanda LaBonté — Creative Producer “From Page to Reality”
Amanda will take us from page to reality, sharing what it takes to turn an idea and a script into a production either for film or theatre — using her current project, Seriens, as an example.
✨ Two industry perspectives. One great conversation.
🍿 Hearty nibbles
🍺 Drinks at bar prices
🎬 Special Guests
🤝 Plenty of time to mingle
⏰ Networking From 5.30pm – Special Guests at 6.30pm!
Filmmakers, writers, actors, producers, crew, students, creatives – anyone with an interest in film is welcome at our events.
BONUS: 48:Hr Film Frenzy Shoot Out Encore! We’ll be playing the category winning shorts throughout the night.
Come curious. Leave a little wiser. 🎬
Event venue & nearby stays
Beav's Bar, 77-79 Little Malop Street, Geelong, Australia
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