The Film By the Vines festival lit up the big screen at Performance Arts Culture Cessnock on Monday 3 November 2025 at 6 pm, delivering an unforgettable celebration of young talent!

The evening buzzed with excitement, style, and pure creativity, making it a night to remember for everyone in attendance. Audiences were treated to a dazzling lineup of short films created by students from Kindergarten through Year 8. Each film sparkled with fresh ideas, imagination, and storytelling flair, showing off skills well beyond the students’ years and leaving the crowd inspired and amazed.

From heartfelt dramas to playful animations and thought-provoking documentaries, the festival was a rollercoaster of fun, emotion, and creativity. It was a true showcase of the energy, passion, and talent growing in local schools — a reminder of just how bright the next generation of storytellers is.

We can hardly wait to see next year’s masterpieces take to the big screen. The excitement is already building for another unforgettable evening full of fresh ideas, boundless creativity, and incredible young filmmakers!