Understory High 2023
Understory High was launched in 2023 as the brand new subsidiary film festival exclusive to high school students.
The screening and awards event saw a diverse selection of short films which represent the creative voices and visions of our region's young filmmakers, each film telling a unique and compelling story.
Understory High is a celebration of creativity, passion, and the boundless potential of youth in storytelling.
Two $500 vouchers for Garricks Camera House courtesy of Essential Screen Skills were awarded to the Best Overall Filmmaker and People's Choice Award recipients.
Understory High 2023 winners
- Essential Screen Skills Best Overall Filmmaker: Shirley Vue
- Essential Screen Skills People’s Choice Award: Spin to Win by Ella Pearce
- Best year 7-9 Best Narrative: The Duel by Cooper Boundy, Kobin Powell & Tyler Fehlhaber
- Best year 7-9 Animation: The Creative Urge by Glenn Alberts
- Best Year 10 Narrative: Achievement Unlocked by Kara Zulkarnain
- Best Year 10 Non-narrative: A Date With Nature by Alexix Lainie-Geldens & Charlotte Farrell
- Best Year 10 Animation: Insta-transform by Sharan Singh
- Best Year 11-12 Narrative: Spin To Win Ella Pearce (also People’s Choice)
- Best Year 11-12 Non-narrative: Taking Me Nowhere by Imogen Loukas
- Best Year 11-12 Animation: Searching by Niamh Hinton
Last Updated: 10 October 2023
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