What does a brand-new, purpose-built film studio mean for indie filmmakers?

Explore how the new Perth Film Studios can be used as a creative and practical tool in service of a filmmaker’s vision.

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In this producer-led conversation, two Western Australian filmmakers, one an independent producer and the other a producer/line producer who is now the Business and Industry Development Director at Perth Film Studios, explore how the new studio can be used as a creative and practical tool in service of a filmmaker’s vision. Drawing on real production experience, the panel looks at how early engagement, collaboration and flexible thinking can open up new possibilities for scale, ambition and execution, and how Perth Film Studios is actively working with filmmakers to help projects achieve their full potential.

James Grandison bio

James Grandison is a Western Australian producer, line producer and the Business and Industry Development Director at Perth Film Studios, with over 20 years’ experience across Australian and international screen productions. His numerous screen credits most recently include producing the feature films Blueback and The Surfer and co-producing Sweet As. At Perth Film Studios, James works closely with producers to help projects of all scales navigate their studio and facility requirements and find practical pathways to getting their productions made in Western Australia.

Aidan O’Bryan bio

Aidan O’Bryan is a West Australian producer, writer and director, and the founder of WBMC. His feature film credits include Son of a Gun, Wasted on the Young, Ned Rifle, OtherLife, Twice Over and Rams, the number one Australian film of 2020. Aidan also works across television and documentary, with projects for ABC, SBS, National Geographic and Discovery, and continues to produce award-winning independent screen work in Australia and internationally.