Brisbane International Film Festival
The Brisbane International Film Festival opens today!
Presented by The Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA), through its Australian Cinémathèque, BIFF celebrates contemporary international and Australian screen culture with new-release features, documentaries, short films and curated strands. Many of the events are accompanied by live music, conversations & panel discussions. Here are some of our highlights we’re keen to see!
High Ground
Opening Night sees the Australian premiere of High Ground, a film that tells the story of World War One army sniper-turned-policeman Travis (Simon Baker)as he loses control of his team during a confrontation in Northern Australia, leading to the massacre of an Indigenous tribe. You’ve got six opportunities to catch it throughout the festival.
We Don’t Deserve Dogs
This documentary explores the deep connection people share with their oldest companion-dogs. We Don’t Deserve Dogs illuminates the profound loyalty between humans and their beloved pets. There are two showings across the festival, you can book your tickets here.
Panel Discussion: Film Festivals in the time of Covid-19
On the first Saturday of the festival, join a panel of industry professionals including Lucy Fisher, Festival Director and CEO at the Gold Coast Film Festival, Jenny Neighbour, Head of Programs & Documentary Programmer at the Sydney Film Festival and Al Cossar, Artistic Director of the Melbourne International Film Festival as they discuss the challenges they have faced in 2020 and where they believe festivals will head from here.
Bloody Hell
Join audiences for the Australian premiere of Bloody Hell, an Australian black-comedy/horror filmed on the Gold Coast but set across Idaho and Finland. It tells the story of Rex Coen (Ben O’Toole), who finds infamy when a video of his actions during a bank robbery go viral. He escapes the country but finds himself in a darker situation – one much harder to escape. Check it out in either week of the festival, book your tickets here!
There is a smorgasbord of work to check out over BIFF and it’s not just limited to movies! To check out the full schedule including films, live music, conversations and panels, click here:
https://biff.com.au/daily-schedule
Looking for the Perfect Mother’s Day Gift Idea?
Thinking of the perfect Mother’s Day gift can be difficult; there are only so many ‘Best Mum’ mugs one should have.
Which is why, with only a few days left before the big day (queue panic mode), we’ve put together a list of Mother’s Day ideas to help you out!
Over here at Walk Brisbane we obviously believe in the importance of getting out and about, and making memories with a hat on your head and legs at the ready. We have three tours that are perfect Mother’s Day gifts.
All of our tours are available as gift vouchers. Don’t just get one for Mum, buy one for you as well and you can enjoy the experiences together!
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Our highly popular three-hour City Essentials Tour is available 7 days a week. You’ll be out and about by 9:30am, enjoying the sights and sounds of a fresh new Brisbane day. There are stops for the young and the old along the way, and we guarantee you will learn something that you just didn’t know about your city. We finish up at the picturesque Eagle Street Pier, where our guide will recommend the best lunch spots in the area.
If art is more Mum’s thing we have our Art and Design Tour for those interested in the cultural side of the city. You’ll be exposed to Brisbane’s open-air art scene, including murals, sculptures, and rogue street art. You’ll learn about each piece and hear the interesting stories associated with them. Our tour guide will also give plenty of recommendations on art galleries and the best food/art spots. You’ll finish the tour at GOMA where you can wander through the galleries, or if you feel like spending the rest of the day out doors, Southbank is a short stroll away. Available Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Finally, our Laneways and Cafe Tour This afternoon tour, which begins at 1.30pm is available Tuesday – Friday. You will be taken on a tasting trip through the streets of Brisbane. You’ll stop at selected laneway cafes, talk to passionate owners and baristas, and enjoy drinks at every corner. There’ll be plenty of food recommendations given, delicious bites consumed, and you’ll get to know the city as you walk.
We can’t wait to see you and make this Mother’s Day gift one she won’t forget!
French Film Festival – Now In Brisbane
In honour of the recent 90th Academy Awards, we’d like to talk everything film, cinema and art!
Fun Fact #1:
Brisbane has a pretty exciting range of cinematic experiences on offer – from affordable flicks to luxury nights out! (Keep reading for more info)
Fun Fact #2:
Maurice Chevalier was the first French actor to be nominated for an Oscar in 1929. Since then, French cinema has won hundreds of Oscars over the years. Read More »
Street Art in Brisbane – A Cultural Treasure Trove
From bawdy murals in sixth-century Pompeii, to East Harlem’s Wall of Fame in New York, it’s hard to ignore the impact street art has had on the socio-political climate, and art-culture of the world.
In almost every age of history humans have been eager to leave their mark, (We’re sure you’re all familiar with the hurried scratchings left by starry-eyed teenagers on the back of the public-toilet-door). But when you think of street art, what are the places that come to mind? Who are the artists? Basquiat in New York? Pez in Barcelona? The latest Banksy?
Brisbane Open House Program – 2018
Brisbane Open House, part of the Open House Worldwide Family is on again for 2018.
In its ninth year, Brisbane Open House will be held between 13 – 14 October 2018 and showcases many of Brisbane’s buildings to the public. These include historical landmarks, heritage listed buildings, museums, churches, office buildings and even bridges. Many of these may not normally be accessible by members of the public.
The annual event grows in popularity each year with over 70 buildings taking part this year.
Five of the Best Things To Do In Brisbane this Winter
Looking for a different way to spend some time ? Here’s five things to do in Brisbane this winter that you may not have thought of: