Democratic Voice of Burma’s Peacock Film Festival
Event description
The Peacock Film Festival Premieres in Sydney
Join us for the Australian premiere of the Democratic Voice of Burma’s Peacock Film Festival—a landmark event making its debut in Sydney!
The Peacock Film Festival is a bold celebration of independent journalism and filmmaking, amplifying voices that must be heard from Myanmar and beyond. This year’s theme, Giving Voices to the Voiceless: Cinema in Action, shines a spotlight on fearless filmmakers and journalists who expose untold stories—especially in regions where free speech is under threat.
Event Details
📅 When: Saturday, 29 March 2025 | 9:00 AM – 3:45 PM
📍 Where: Collaborative Theatre Peter Johnson Building, University of Technology Sydney (Building 6, CB06.03.022)
Harris St, Ultimo (next to the ABC building).
🎬 Two Inspiring Film Sessions with Panel Discussions
Morning Session (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
- DVB Short Film Competition Selections
- Panel Discussion: The Road to Democracy in Burma
- UTS Journalism Student Films
🍽️ Lunch Break | Enjoy Burmese Cuisine & Refreshments
Afternoon Session (1:45 PM – 3:45 PM)
- Citizen Journalist Short Film Selections
- Panel Discussion: The Challenges of Freedom of Expression in Burma
🍵 Burmese lunch packs, snacks, tea, coffee, and drinks will be available for purchase.
Co-hosted by: Democratic Voice of Burma, University of Technology Sydney, Myanmar Campaign Network.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage with groundbreaking films and thought-provoking discussions. Be part of the movement for free expression and democracy.
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