2024 Dingoo Film Fest: A Recap of an Incredible Celebration of Indie Filmmaking

2024 Dingoo Film Fest: A Recap of an Incredible Celebration of Indie Filmmaking

The inaugural 2024 Dingoo Film Fest was an unforgettable celebration of bold, creative, and groundbreaking storytelling. Held at the historic James Theatre in Dungog, the festival showcased a curated selection of 14 exceptional films, chosen from nearly 300 submissions worldwide. These films captivated audiences and highlighted the diversity and innovation of independent cinema.

Official Selection – 2024 Dingoo Film Fest

Here’s the full lineup of films that made this year’s festival extraordinary:

• The Favor – Wanjiru Njendu (United States)

• Bird Drone – Radheya Jang Jegatheva (Australia)

• Mushroom Cut – Thijs de Neeve (Netherlands)

• Soap Syren – Beatrice Robinson (Australia)

• Skyward – Sean Liao, Ren Davies (Australia)

• The Fact – İdil Berk (Turkey)

• Her – Sudarshan Rao MS (India)

• The House That Stood – Featured Film (Australia)

• Audio Guide – Audience Award (Australia)

• Cordon Policial – Cinematic Mastery Award (Spain)

• Pineapple – Best Local (Australia)

• Fig Wasps – Best Newcomer Award (Australia)

• Al Fresco – Indie Hero Award (Italy)

• Suitcase – Wild Card Award (United States)

2024 Award Winners

Featured Film Award: The House That Stood

The standout feature film chosen to headline this year’s festival, embodying the indie creative spirit, vision and cinematic ambition Dingoo wants to support.

Best of Show Award: Mushroom Cut

The most outstanding film of the festival, celebrated for its blend of creativity, storytelling, and artistry.

Audience Award: Audio Guide

The film that captured the hearts of our cinema audience, leaving a lasting impression through cerebral storyline and dark comedic tones.

Cinematic Mastery Award: Cordon Policial

Honouring exceptional craftsmanship and visual excellence, this film exemplified cinematic artistry.

Best Local (Australia) Award: Pineapple

Recognising the rich talent and creativity of Australian filmmakers, this award celebrated local Aussie storytelling at its finest.

Best Newcomer Award: Fig Wasps

An exceptional debut from first-time filmmakers, showcasing their incredible potential and artistry.

Indie Hero Award: Al Fresco

Bold filmmaking that embodies the spirit of independent cinema, showcasing a unique voice, unwavering creative vision and exceptional technical execution. This award is given to films that defy limitations and inspire other filmmakers.

Wild Card Award: Suitcase

Celebrating originality and daring filmmaking, this award recognised a film that broke conventions and surprised audiences.

From the team at Dingoo, we want to give a heartfelt thank you to all the filmmakers whose work was selected for this year’s festival. Your films left a lasting impact and made this event truly special. To our audience, as well as the team at the James Theatre, thank you for your support and enthusiasm—you are the heartbeat of Dingoo Film Fest.

We’re proud to celebrate these incredible creators and look forward to continuing the journey of independent cinema. Stay tuned for updates, and don’t forget to sign up to Dingoo to check out more independent films like these as they are added weekly.

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