In my latest pod I chat with the super talented @TiffTsao about bringing Indonesian stories to the English speaking world & the challenge to overcome some of the expectations readers (and publishers) have of what constitutes ‘Indonesian literature’ PEN America Penguin Classics

Selamat Hari Film Nasional! Watch this space for news about ReelOzInd! launching 2023! #filmindonesia #filmpendek #reelozind #shortfilm

ReelOzInd! is back for 2023! Our theme this year is pencarian // quest. For all the details visit ReelOzInd.com and submit your films now FilmFreeway #filmpendek #shortfilm #australia #indonesia #pencarian #quest

We’re very excited to introduce the ReelOzInd! Jury for 2023. From Australia & Indonesia they are filmmakers, musicians, storytellers and leaders in community action; each on a quest to find ways to share our stories with each other & push boundaries! 🔗reelozind.com

In our latest video, Warwick Thornton candidly shares his experience working on his new film, The New Boy 🎞️ Full video here: bit.ly/TheNewBoyBTS

Viral reports of foreigners behaving badly in Indonesia aren’t new. In my podcast this week I speak with Anne-Meike Fechter an expert on expatriates in Indonesia, about what might lie behind the more recent backlash. rb.gy/dtqoh

Meet Karina Utomo, a Naarm-based vocalist, composer and artist. Karina is a member of the ReelOzInd! Jury for 2023. Selamat datang Karina! #festivalfilmpendek

Tickets to the 71st edition of the Melbourne International Film Festival are on sale now. Our program is out and ready to be made yours. Happy exploring! miff.com.au

Our next entry deadline is almost here! Head on over to FilmFreeway to submit your project today filmfreeway.com/ReelOzInd FilmFreeway

OUR NEW AD IS LIVE!   You’re the Voice that will make history.   On 14 October, we know we all can stand together with the power to be powerful.   #HistoryIsCalling, so #VoteYes. Are you in? John Farnham is.   #UluruStatement #StayTrue2Uluru #YoureTheVoice #VoteYes

ReelOzInd! Festival 2023 will launch on 19 October with live premieres in Melbourne ACMI & Yogyakarta #STMM_MMTC. Our pop-up festival will then travel through Indonesia and Australia until 21 December. Join us and host your own pop-up! Details on our website.

Tickets are now available for the ReelOzInd! Melbourne premiere on 19 Oct ⁦⁦ACMI⁩ . Book your FREE tickets via the link. All welcome! #filmpendek #shortfilm #indonesia #australia ⁦The Australia-Indonesia Centre⁩ acmi.net.au/whats-on/reelo…

Luar biasa! Busan Competition Title '24 Hours With Gaspar' Unveils First Trailer variety.com/2023/film/asia…

Launched! ReelOzInd! Travelling Festival is off and running after premieres in #Yogyakarta + #Melbourne. For details of where to catch a live screening or to watch online visit ReelOzInd.com Selamat menonton!

In my last pod for 2023 I speak with Dr Mirjam Lücking about her research into Indonesians’ encounters with Israel and Palestine through pilgrim tourism. Rare and unique, these experiences have the potential to offer a bridge over ‘taking sides’. on.soundcloud.com/fW531

Ayo! Jangan lupa…. Don’t forget to watch our 24 shortlisted films and vote for your favourite before 21 December! #filmpendek #shortfilm #australiaindonesia #popupfestival reelozind.com/reelozind-2023…

In my first pod for 2024 I chat with Marcus Mietzner about the presidential election and the machinations behind the scenes of the Prabowo-Jokowi alliance. Will it prove yo be a winning combination? #pemilu2024

Are you aged 18-24 yrs and passionate about Indonesian politics, culture, environment and more? Come and join us! We’re looking for people to join a team of peer-led editors to support young writers on issues that matter to young people! EOI now open: insideindonesia.org/contribute/you…

In my pod this week I talk with Wicak from Indonesia CERAH an NGO working for a just energy transition for ID. A love affair with coal means the challenges to reach these goals are huge, but the costs are so much greater if it fails to do so. Listen in to find out what can be done now!

Meet our @reelozind Jury for 2024! Terima kasih Asmara Abigail Juliet Burnett Dery Prananda Emmanuela Shinta #arianpearson #caleyjowers #Nurabdiansyah #martinwilsondirector Details at tinyurl.com/497s4syd #filmpendek #shortfilm #australia #indonesia