FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1.When is the Festival and what else is in the program, including times?
The Cobs Peninsula Film Festival is held across three days, Friday February 9 – Sunday February 11, 2018. The Festival is held on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria with the FREE Saturday festival held in two locations - Rosebud, Village Green and Queenscliff Town Hall, Queenscliff.
The program is as follows:
Friday February 9 – PFF Official Opening Night @ Rosebud Cinema ($20 per person)
7.00pm – 10.30pm
PFF presents an OZ INDIE SHOWCASE program, 2018 selection is That's Not Me. Tickets are $20pp and include screening of movie, Q&A with Greg Erdstein (Director/Writer), Alice Foulcher (Writer/Lead Actress) and Australian Actress Isabel Lucas (starring in film). Q&A followed by networking drinks and nibbles.
Tickets available via Rosebud Cinema: 5981 2555 or www.peninsulacinemas.com.au .
Saturday February 10 – Peninsula Film Festival
This FREE short film festival is held simultaneously in two locations:
WHERE: Village Green, Rosebud from 4pm – 10.30pm (films screen from 7pm)
The big show! Up to 20 shortlisted films are screened and judged live on the night by our panel of celebrity judges. Entertainment begins at 4pm with films screening from 7pm. Grab some friends and head down. No BYO alcohol. Food and drink available at the venue.
This year, short listed films are competing for a prize pool worth more than $30K including a first prize of $5K cash, second prize $2.5K cash, third prize $1250 and the Woodleigh Emerging Filmmaker Award $500 cash.
WHERE: Queenscliff Town Hall, 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff 5pm-10.30pm
Free entry, come along and grab a chair and enjoy the same program. Up to 20 shortlisted films will be screened on the night. Entertainment begins from 5pm and food will be available from surrounding cafes. No BYO alcohol.
Sunday February 11 – PFF Filmmaking Workshop @ Rosebud Cinema (FREE)
10am – 2.00pm
A unique opportunity to get up close and personal with celebrated Australian Filmmaker, Leah Purcell. Fast track your skills by learning from this industry expert. Gain valuable insights into filmmaking and industry practices in this four hour intensive workshop. Book via www.peninsulacinemas.com.au
2.Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are now available under the tickets tab.
3.Is the Short Film Festival suitable for children?
The Short Film Festival on the Saturday Feb 10 contains some scenes that may offend some viewers. PFF advises parental discretion with audiences recommended to be aged 15 years and over.
4.Can I BYO alcohol to the Short Film Festival?
No. The Rosebud location is a licensed venue alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the event. The Queenscliff location is no alcohol BYO or available.
5.What food is on offer at the Short Film Festival?
The Rosebud location has a number of food stalls at the Saturday event ranging from coffee to burgers, calamari, ice-cream and much more.
The Queenscliff location is positioned to nearby cafes who will be open to offer you dinner, snack and/or drinks.
6.Is drinking water available at the Short Film Festival?
Yes, free drinking water is available via our hydrostation at the Rosebud location.
7.Can I bring in chairs to the Short Film Festival?
The Rosebud location encourages the public to bring a rug to enjoy the short films. If the public do wish or need a chair, PFF requests low back chairs and that these are positioned at the back of the venue to not interfere with viewing lines. High back chairs will be designated to a certain area clearly marked out.
It is not necessary to bring a chair to the Queenscliff location. Simply come along and grab a chair once you're there.
8.Can I bring my dog to the Short Film Festival?
Unfortunately no pets are allowed at PFF.
9.Where can I get accommodation for the Festival weekend?
PFF preferred accommodation supplier for Rosebud is Peppers Moonah Links, accommodation can be booked 1300 987 600.
Foreshore camping is available at Rosebud, visit www.mornpen.vic.gov.au and camping for more details.
Accommodation at Queenscliff can be found via the Queenscliff tab.
10.Where can I see what films are screening for the Short Film Festival event?
Short listed films for the Saturday event are announced on the website under Festival.
11.What if I miss the short films at the Saturday event? Is there any catch up events running?
PFF has plenty of catch up sessions throughout the year. PFF will screen the finalist films again at a venue in Melbourne shortly after the Festival. A great chance to see your favourite films again.
12.Can I volunteer?
PFF loves volunteers. If you’re interested in film, events or just helping out, please contact Meg Pascoe on; megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au
The Cobs Peninsula Film Festival is held across three days, Friday February 9 – Sunday February 11, 2018. The Festival is held on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria with the FREE Saturday festival held in two locations - Rosebud, Village Green and Queenscliff Town Hall, Queenscliff.
The program is as follows:
Friday February 9 – PFF Official Opening Night @ Rosebud Cinema ($20 per person)
7.00pm – 10.30pm
PFF presents an OZ INDIE SHOWCASE program, 2018 selection is That's Not Me. Tickets are $20pp and include screening of movie, Q&A with Greg Erdstein (Director/Writer), Alice Foulcher (Writer/Lead Actress) and Australian Actress Isabel Lucas (starring in film). Q&A followed by networking drinks and nibbles.
Tickets available via Rosebud Cinema: 5981 2555 or www.peninsulacinemas.com.au .
Saturday February 10 – Peninsula Film Festival
This FREE short film festival is held simultaneously in two locations:
WHERE: Village Green, Rosebud from 4pm – 10.30pm (films screen from 7pm)
The big show! Up to 20 shortlisted films are screened and judged live on the night by our panel of celebrity judges. Entertainment begins at 4pm with films screening from 7pm. Grab some friends and head down. No BYO alcohol. Food and drink available at the venue.
This year, short listed films are competing for a prize pool worth more than $30K including a first prize of $5K cash, second prize $2.5K cash, third prize $1250 and the Woodleigh Emerging Filmmaker Award $500 cash.
WHERE: Queenscliff Town Hall, 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff 5pm-10.30pm
Free entry, come along and grab a chair and enjoy the same program. Up to 20 shortlisted films will be screened on the night. Entertainment begins from 5pm and food will be available from surrounding cafes. No BYO alcohol.
Sunday February 11 – PFF Filmmaking Workshop @ Rosebud Cinema (FREE)
10am – 2.00pm
A unique opportunity to get up close and personal with celebrated Australian Filmmaker, Leah Purcell. Fast track your skills by learning from this industry expert. Gain valuable insights into filmmaking and industry practices in this four hour intensive workshop. Book via www.peninsulacinemas.com.au
2.Where can I buy tickets?
Tickets are now available under the tickets tab.
3.Is the Short Film Festival suitable for children?
The Short Film Festival on the Saturday Feb 10 contains some scenes that may offend some viewers. PFF advises parental discretion with audiences recommended to be aged 15 years and over.
4.Can I BYO alcohol to the Short Film Festival?
No. The Rosebud location is a licensed venue alcoholic drinks can be purchased at the event. The Queenscliff location is no alcohol BYO or available.
5.What food is on offer at the Short Film Festival?
The Rosebud location has a number of food stalls at the Saturday event ranging from coffee to burgers, calamari, ice-cream and much more.
The Queenscliff location is positioned to nearby cafes who will be open to offer you dinner, snack and/or drinks.
6.Is drinking water available at the Short Film Festival?
Yes, free drinking water is available via our hydrostation at the Rosebud location.
7.Can I bring in chairs to the Short Film Festival?
The Rosebud location encourages the public to bring a rug to enjoy the short films. If the public do wish or need a chair, PFF requests low back chairs and that these are positioned at the back of the venue to not interfere with viewing lines. High back chairs will be designated to a certain area clearly marked out.
It is not necessary to bring a chair to the Queenscliff location. Simply come along and grab a chair once you're there.
8.Can I bring my dog to the Short Film Festival?
Unfortunately no pets are allowed at PFF.
9.Where can I get accommodation for the Festival weekend?
PFF preferred accommodation supplier for Rosebud is Peppers Moonah Links, accommodation can be booked 1300 987 600.
Foreshore camping is available at Rosebud, visit www.mornpen.vic.gov.au and camping for more details.
Accommodation at Queenscliff can be found via the Queenscliff tab.
10.Where can I see what films are screening for the Short Film Festival event?
Short listed films for the Saturday event are announced on the website under Festival.
11.What if I miss the short films at the Saturday event? Is there any catch up events running?
PFF has plenty of catch up sessions throughout the year. PFF will screen the finalist films again at a venue in Melbourne shortly after the Festival. A great chance to see your favourite films again.
12.Can I volunteer?
PFF loves volunteers. If you’re interested in film, events or just helping out, please contact Meg Pascoe on; megan@filmfestivalsaustralia.com.au
