From Australia to the world – looking out and looking in

In 2021, Clickbait topped Netflix charts in over 20 countries, Wakefield was acquired by Showtime and Bluey had American kids speaking with Australian accents.

All around the world, people are watching Australian content. What does a more global perspective mean for the Australian identity on screen? As a producer, how do you create a hit locally and abroad? Is power truly in the hands of the audience? How important are mandates and money to what we create in Australia? Are the funding and policy settings right for Australian content creation in 2021 and beyond? Is there a fairness in the deals being struck for new Australian content these days? Is there a bright future for Australian content on streaming platforms?

Moderator
Lisa Leong - ABC

Session Producers
Owen Johnston and Jessica Giacco - Screen Producers Australia