Aspiring filmmakers from the Ipswich community have been recognised for their talents at the 2024 Ipswich Film Festival for Youth (IFFY) Awards Ceremony.
Entries in this year’s competition focused on the theme ‘perspective’.
Economic and Cultural Development Committee Chairperson Councillor Pye Augustine said she was blown away by skills of Ipswich youths and emerging talent from across the country.
“This is a platform for young filmmakers from all over to showcase what they can do, and they did not disappoint,” Cr Augustine said.
“Now in its 11th year, the Ipswich Film Festival for Youth has discovered talented movie makers from all corners of Australia, with some going on to have their work seen by audiences around the globe.”
Entrants were divided across three age group categories: 7 to 11 years, 12 to 17 years, and 18 to 25 years. Entries were judged on storyline, editing techniques, use of effects and meeting the competition theme.
Best Short Film (regional) 12 to 17 years and Best Documentary 12 to 17 years winner Jack Hinz with Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic.
Best Short Film (regional) 7 to 11 years winner James Sun with Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding.
Best Short Film (local) 12 to 17 years winner Elliott Smith with Deputy Mayor Nicole Jonic.
“It’s a delight to witness what these incredible filmmakers have achieved. A new category introduced this year was Best Short Reel, allowing entrants to try out different filming perspectives as well as make use of film transition and editing concepts,” Cr Augustine said.
“This competition is a powerful way for entrants to delve into a topic they’re passionate about and I congratulate the winners on their outstanding achievements.
“Ipswich City Council continues to support the arts, ensuring emerging creatives in our community have
access to the resources they need to develop their skills.”
| Age Category | Sub Category | Film(s) | Entrant(s) |
| 7-11 Years | LOLs Award (Best Comedy) | The Suspicious Donut | Tay Nain |
| 7-11 Years | Best Animation/Stop Motion | Timeline | James Sun |
| 7-11 Years | Best Documentary | Rowan’s Science Show: Bouncy Egg | Rowan Manuel |
| 7-11 Years | Best Short Film (Local) | Bear Your Fear | Sreebhadra Nair |
| 7-11 Years | Best Short Film (Regional) | Timeline | James Sun |
| 12-17 Years | Best Documentary | Foundation | Jack Hinz |
| 12-17 Years | Best Animation/Stop Motion | Euclidian V | Kemper John O’Sullivan |
| 12-17 Years | Best Short Reel | The Polish Nut | Dylan Burrows |
| 12-17 Years | Best Music Video | Special Occasions | Ethan Lockyer |
| 12-17 Years | Best Short Film (Local) | Court Vision | Elliott Smith |
| 12-17 Years | Best Short Film (Regional) | Foundation | Jack Hinz |
| 18-25 Years | Best Documentary | The Butterfly Effect | Zoe Vallance |
| 18-25 Years | Best Animation/Stop Motion | That’s Us! | Quenna Summit Wong |
| 18-25 Years | Best Short Reel | Joule | Jiawen Cheng |
| 18-25 Years | Best Music Video (tie) | Unholy Music Video / Sophie Madison Anxious Music Video | Izzy Fay / Renée Louise Dimond-Glen and Sophie Madison |
| 18-25 Years | Best Short Film (Local) | Apples & Trees | Ipswich State High School Grade 12 Film Class |
| 18-25 Years | Best Short Film (Regional) | That’s Us! | Quenna Summit Wong |