A happy crowd of film lovers, film makers, producers, actors and sponsors were wowed by the quality and diversity of the nine films shortlisted by the esteemed judges Krista Vendy (Neighbours, Incredible Hulk) and Bruce Hunt-Hughes (Halifax F.P., Portable Door).
The amazing films tackled subjects ranging from what happens to odd socks to 30 years of storm-chasing photography taken along Victorian coastline.
Organisers said it was rewarding to have many film makers, previous entrants and former winners in attendance, highlighting the ongoing success of the Benalla Short Film Festival.
The Benalla Shorts production team thanked everyone who contributed towards the festival’s success.
Winners
Best Short Film
Sponsored by Benalla businesses.
The Retirement Plan, by John Erasmus.
Best International Short Film
Sponsored by Benalla Chiropractic and North East Podiatry.
Collage, by Marius Controtto.
Best Student Short Film
Sponsored by Rotary.
The Hunt, by Rachel Tierney.
Best Documentary Short Film
Sponsored by Willow.
Beautiful Storm, by Yanni Dellaportas.
Best Local Short Film
Sponsored by Benalla Bowls Club.
Trail of Dilemma, by Hayley Warnock.
The Kevin Perry Encouragement Award
Sponsored by Laurie Watters and Associates.
Cooking Solo, by Nathalie Cerritelli.
Best Performance in a Short Film
Sponsored by Terry White Chemist.
Ayesha Gibson in The Retirement Plan.
People’s Choice Award
Sponsored by the Friends of BPACC.
Creek Geeks.
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