THE 7th AUSTRALIAN INTERNATIONAL SCREEN FORUM NEW YORK 2026
Film at Lincoln Center
SCREENING PROGRAM
September 8–10, 2026 | New York City
The Australian International Screen Forum returns this September with three special evenings celebrating Australian storytelling on screen. Across three nights, the program brings together an Australian classic, acclaimed new work and one of the year’s most anticipated Australian films, with special guests and conversations accompanying select screenings.
CROCODILE DUNDEE — 40TH ANNIVERSARY
September 8, 2026**
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of Australia’s most iconic films with a special screening of *Crocodile Dundee*. Revisit the film that introduced Australian humor, character and landscapes to audiences around the world and became an international cultural phenomenon. Presented in partnership with the American Australian Association.
THE FOX
September 9, 2026
Join us for a special screening of The Fox as part of the Australian International Screen Forum’s 2026 screening program. Further details, and ticket information, will be announced shortly.
TICKETS COMING SOON
HOW TO MAKE GRAVY — U.S. PREMIERE
September 10, 2026
Experience the U.S. premiere of *How to Make Gravy*, the acclaimed Australian adaptation inspired by Paul Kelly’s beloved song. The screening will be followed by a special conversation with members of the filmmaking team.
TICKETS COMING SOON
WRITER–DIRECTOR VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
Late August – Late October 2026 | Online
The Australian International Screen Forum’s Writer–Director Virtual Workshop Program brings emerging and established Australian filmmakers into conversation with leading writers, directors and industry practitioners.
Running from late August through October, the online program offers participants an opportunity to hear directly from filmmakers about their creative process, developing and directing work, building a career, and navigating the international screen industry.
2026 PARTICIPATING FILMMAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED
WRITER/DIRECTOR WORKSHOPS
Held in conjunction with the public events, the industry program is for rising screen creatives, with support from Screen Australia. A select group of Australian screen creatives participate in exclusive and bespoke professional development and networking sessions, meeting with key New York-based screen decision-makers. The programs's purpose is to help establish and foster creative and business relationships for their careers, and for Australian screen projects.
FOUNDING PARTNERS
2026 Staff
Chairman - Chris Beale
Executive Director - Michael Kelleher
Industry Producer - Laura Luckenbaugh
Volunteers to be announced