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Behind The Scenes

Meet the Nominees: Directors

Presented in association with Australian Directors Guild (ADG)

Featuring Nick Waterman, Emma Freeman, Tosca Looby and Bharat Nalluri, and hosted by Hannah Ariotti. 


This is your chance to meet the some of the directors nominated for the 2025 AACTA Awards. At this intimate event, some of Australia’s leading directors will share their personal insights into directing this year's nominated films, television shows and documentaries. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to hear from these acclaimed AACTA nominated directors.


While this event is officially sold out, we anticipate some no-shows, so limited tickets may be available at the door on a first-come, first-served basis.

Featuring
Bharat Nalluri
Nick Waterman
Tosca Looby
6 February 2025
1:00 pm

AACTA Members can access discounted tickets. Want to become an AACTA Member? Sign up here

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