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"We feed on genius," wrote Emerson. "Great men exist that there might be greater men." In other words, artists need role models. This is why Aussie Short Films is supported by high profile filmmakers whose work in Australia has led them to work internationally. Read these inspiring biographies and learn how it's done...

John Seale A.C.S. "These are exciting times for filmmakers. The technology of production has moved ahead in leaps and bounds in recent years, and new, more cost-effective modes of distribution are bound to follow. I see Aussie Short Films as a part of this digital revolution, and applaud its drive to stream Australian stories to the world." John Seale's C.V. as a cinematographer speaks for itself, reaching from the renaissance of Australian cinema in the 70's up to some of the most acclaimed Hollywood movies of our time, with as many professional awards as the trade has to offer. In spite of his workload, however, he still makes a habit of helping, encouraging, training and mentoring others whenever he can: for example, by being a patron for Aussie Short Films. Good one, John! FILMS AS CINEMATOGRAPHER: Poseidon (2006) Spanglish (2004) Cold Mountain (2003) Dreamcatcher (2003) Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001) The Perfect Storm (2000) The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) At First Sight (1999) Static (1998) City of Angels (1998) Ghosts of Mississippi (1996) The English Patient (1996) The American President (1995) Beyond Rangoon (1995) The Paper (1994) The Firm (1993) Lorenzo's Oil (1992) The Doctor (1991) Dead Poets Society (1989) Rain Man (1988) Gorillas in the Mist (1988) Stakeout (1987) A Sense of Sound (1986) The Mosquito Coast (1986) Children of a Lesser God (1986) The Hitcher (1986) The Empty Beach (1985) Witness (1985) Silver City (1984) BMX Bandits (1983) Goodbye Paradise (1983) Careful, He Might Hear You (1983) Fighting Back (1982/II) Ginger Meggs (1982) Doctors & Nurses (1981) The Survivor (1981) Fatty Finn (1980) Deathcheaters (1976) Read Full Biography

Stephen Hopkins "I wholeheartedly support Aussie Short Films. It`s a fantastic site, and the internet is a cheap, effective way for Australian filmmakers to find an international audience, and get the recognition they deserve." Stephen Hopkins is one of Australia`s most successful filmmakers, yet few of us here know his name, since the films and TV shows he makes are in Hollywood (see the listing below). Nevertheless, this director-producer is keen to support local filmmaking, starting with being a patron for Aussie Short Films. Thank you, Stephen! TELEVISION: Driving Force (2006) Las Vegas: Garden of Love (2005) Traffic (2003) "24" Season 1 (2001-2) FEATURE FILMS: The Reaping (2006) The Life and Death of Peter Sellers (2003) Under Suspicion (2000) Lost In Space (1998) The Ghost and the Darkness (1996) Blown Away (1994) Judgement Night (1993) Predator 2 (1990) A Nightmare On Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989) Dangerous Game (1987) Read Full Biography