The Australian Women's Film Festival (AWFF) will be held at Event Cinemas, George Street, Sydney on Tuesday 22 September 2026 from 6pm.

AWFF aims to support, encourage + celebrate female storytellers by giving them a platform to showcase their talent both in front + behind the camera.

All AWFF films must have female identifying creatives in at least 3 key roles (e.g.Writer, Director, Producer, Animator, DOP, Composer and Editor). This is designed to encourage the inclusion of women in the industry. All fictional films must pass the Bechdel test - a measure of the representation of women in fiction. The Bechdel test asks if the work features at least two women that talk to each about a topic other than a man and was included to encourage filmmakers to consider their portrayal of women in film in order to transcend traditional character tropes.

The AWFF program includes:

• a red carpet welcome event with cocktails provided by our sponsor The Glenlivet;

• a curated panel discussion with the AWFF judging panel; and

• a screening of the finalist films and award presentation.

Tickets include entry to AWFF, a gift bag full of goodies including yummy FUNDAY treats, popcorn, bottled water & The Glenlivet cocktails

For more information please visit our website awff.com.au or follow us on Instagram @australianwomensfilmfestival