MADE IN THE WEST
FILM FESTIVAL
FESTIVAL AWARDS & PRIZES
MADE IN THE WEST FILM FESTIVAL PRIZES
Thanks to our AMAZING list of sponsors, we are awarding a total prize pool valued at $25,000 to local filmmakers this year!
We love finding practical prizes that are both valuable and helpful for local indie and student filmmakers as they dive into their next film projects and creative ventures. This year's prizes certainly do not disappoint!!
In 2023, the filmmakers in our official selection will compete for FOUR major awards:
BEST IN THE WEST
(open to INDIE filmmakers only) as voted by the judges. Winner receives:
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Set design and construction package for your next film including fabricating, carpentry, sculpting, printing, plastering and/or scenic artwork, thanks to Studio Plasterers Australia (valued up to $10,000).
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One day studio hire in the huge TV Studio 4 with adjacent green room & kitchen, thanks to Sydney Prop Specialists (valued at $1100).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
RUNNER UP
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Foley package including sound effects and atmosphere for your next short film, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions (valued at $1000).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $49, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST STUDENT FILM
(open to STUDENT filmmakers only) as voted by the judges. Winner receives:
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Sound mastering and mixing package for your next film, thanks to Million Masters (valued at $1000).
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Six inch DSLR camera Field Monitor 3D LUT Full HD LCD 4K HDMI, thanks to Opening Act Films (valued at $200).
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Clapper Board / Sync Slate, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions (valued at $50).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
RUNNER UP
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One-year Screen Mentorship package with festival judge Peter Millynn, including online script consultation and 2-3 follow up sessions to guide you from concept to completion.
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $49, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST MUSIC VIDEO
(open to STUDENT and INDIE music videos only) as voted by the judges. Winner receives:
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Sound mastering and mixing package for your next song or music video, thanks to Million Masters (valued at $1300).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
RUNNER UP
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Four days in the Delta 88 Studio at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE) to record your next tracks (valued at $1000)
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $49, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
AUDIENCE CHOICE AWARD
(open to ALL filmmakers included in the Official Selection) as voted by YOU on the night. Winner receives:
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A four day DOP package from Luke Walker Productions to shoot your next short film project, with equipment, lighting and expertise included (valued at $6000).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
Each major award winner will also take home one of our spectacular crystal trophies!
These gorgeous pieces are the sexiest film trophies you’ve ever seen and they’ll make a fabulous addition to your collection.
This year, we also have NINE individual category awards, including:
BEST DIRECTOR
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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One day room hire at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE) Parramatta for your next rehearsals or auditions (valued at $200).
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2023, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
BEST SCREENPLAY
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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One day meeting room hire at Arts & Cultural Exchange (ACE) Parramatta for your next table read (valued at $200).
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One year 'Associate' membership with the Australian Writers' Guild (valued at $200).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHER
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST EDITOR
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions
BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Two year 'Emerging' Designer membership with the Australian Production Design Guild (valued at $200).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST SOUND DESIGN
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST ORIGINAL MUSIC SCORE
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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One year membership (student, associate or full member) with the Australian Guild of Screen Composers (valued at $200).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
BEST ACTOR IN A LEAD ROLE
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Premium Actors & Models Profile Photography Package with up to 15 prints included, thanks to Irierootsini Photography (valued at $250)
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2023, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions
BEST ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE
(open to ALL filmmakers including student and indie) as voted by our judges. Winner receives:
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Premium Actors & Models Profile Photography Package with up to 15 prints included, thanks to Irierootsini Photography (valued at $250).
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Your choice of online course from the Creative + Business collection valued at $99, which includes 'Deadlines, Dreams and Goals', 'Find your Why' and the 'Creative Start-up' course.
Watch the 2023 Made in the West MEGA Movie Marathon from home and your vote will decide the final winners!
Tune in for a jam-packed presentation featuring all 19 finalist films plus highlights from the red carpet that you can enjoy from wherever you are.
ONLINE from 1 December through to 31 January 2024.
Audiences at home will vote for their favourite film, in addition to NEW genre awards including Best Horror, Comedy, Drama, Sci Fi, Documentary, Animation and Music Video.
The 2023 festival favourite will win the much-loved ...
PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
(open to ALL filmmakers included in the Online Festival) as voted by YOU. The winner receives:
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Clapper Board / Sync Slate, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions (valued at $50).
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An invitation to join Roscoe on The Pagey Train podcast in 2024, thanks to Still Searchin' Productions.
We'd like to say a HUGE thank you to this year's list of sponsors for their generous contributions to the festival and for helping us highlight the amazing talent that Western Sydney's film scene has to offer!