Veterans Film Foundation

24/04/2026

Every veteran has a story.
Today, on ANZAC Day, we honour those who served by remembering their sacrifice and preserving their legacy for future generations.

Lest We Forget.

16/03/2026

A few final red carpet moments to wrap up this year’s festival. ✨

From the artists and filmmakers to our guests and partners, it was an unforgettable celebration of creativity and community.

14/03/2026

At this year’s festival, we were honoured to showcase powerful works by artists Cory Rinaldi, Domenic Bartolo, Angela Lougheed, Geoffrey Anthony, Hugh Semp and Madison Sporer.

Each artist shared pieces that reflect their own connection to military service, offering deeply personal perspectives on what it means to serve, sacrifice, and defend one’s country. Through paint, texture and story, their artworks provided another meaningful way to engage with the experiences and histories at the heart of the festival.

12/03/2026

A few moments from an unforgettable evening at the Red Poppy Film Festival Opening Gala.

It was a pleasure to welcome the teams from Transurban and Balarinji, alongside many others who joined us to celebrate powerful storytelling and the voices of those who have served.

We’re incredibly grateful for the support of our sponsors and partners, whose commitment helps make the festival possible and ensures these important stories continue to be shared.

Thank you to everyone who was part of the night 🌺🎬

09/03/2026

Opening night of the Red Poppy Film Festival 2026 was a powerful reminder of why these stories matter.

Bringing together filmmakers, veterans, families, and supporters, the evening celebrated the voices and experiences of those who have served - stories of service, resilience, and humanity shared through film.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for such a meaningful night. We’re proud to provide a platform where these stories can be seen and heard.

📸 A few moments from our Opening Night Gala with more to come!

08/03/2026

Dylan Nicholls Takes A Journey With Bringing His Spirit Home - Features

08/03/2026

The Opening Night of the 2026 Red Poppy Film Festival was a resounding success, a feat that all involved should be endlessly proud of. The beautiful Art Gallery of NSW played host, with hundreds of servicemen and women gathering in ceremonial dress before the doors opened on a perfect summer’s eve...

07/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night to celebrate the storytellers behind some of the most powerful films of this year’s Red Poppy Film Festival.

At our Opening Gala last night, we were proud to present awards to the following filmmakers:

🏆 Dylan Nicholls and Tim Oxford – Best Short Film for 'Bringing His Spirit Home'
🏆 Mark Bernhard – Best Animation for 'New Life'
🏆 Tom Peppiat (not pictured) – Best Feature Film for 'My Husband The Child Soldier'

Thank you for sharing stories that honour experience, resilience and humanity through film. 🎬

05/03/2026

We are less than 12-hours away from the opening of the Red Poppy Film Festival for 2026 🎉

We're so excited to welcome you all to the opening night of what will be an incredible weekend of sharing important stories of service and sacrifice.

It's not too late to get your tickets for the Saturday and Sunday sessions - See the link below!

🎟️ https://events.humanitix.com/red-poppy-film-festival 🎟️

04/03/2026

If you’re joining us this weekend, this is worth the read — a deeper look into Bringing His Spirit Home, one of the powerful films we’re proud to be screening at the festival.

https://www.filmink.com.au/dylan-nicholls-takes-a-journey-with-bringing-his-spirit-home/

Dylan Nicholls Takes A Journey With Bringing His Spirit Home - Features

04/03/2026

War does not end when service does. Its impact lives on — in families, in communities, and across generations.

This Friday, 6 March, we open for three inspiring days at the Art Gallery of NSW.

We invite you to join us, listen deeply, and stand in support of storytelling that matters.

🎟 https://events.humanitix.com/red-poppy-film-festival/tickets 🎟