These awards were judged by our independent jury from the film and arts industry.
Outstanding work across a range of disciplines, recognised on the night.
Even with minimal budgets, thoughtful use of visual effects can go a long way in helping tell a story.
Just as important as who’s on screen is what surrounds them, and how it helps flesh out the world of a film.
For the second year in a row, we congratulate the outstanding cinematography work of Ryan Svirac.
2025 introduced an award for Best Performance, won by the star of INTERVIEW.
The festival audience chose their favourite and best music video through rank-choice voting.
Awarded each year to one emerging filmmaker for the spark of creative potential and the promise of something special.
Across four unforgettable screening sessions, our audiences cast their votes for the films that moved them most.
Red carpet arrivals, trophies, and celebrations from the 2025 Awards Night.
We acknowledge the Whadjuk people of the Noongar nation, the traditional custodians of the land on which our office stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters, and community. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to Elders past, present, and emerging. We extend this respect to all Indigenous language groups.