The collaborative production Get Free will premiere at Avoca Beach Theatre on September 14.
The red carpet will roll out in style as the theatre hosts the theatrical premiere of the riveting fictional film, inspired by real events, which tackles the pervasive issue of human trafficking.
In 2017 the Australian Government reported the alarming fact that 4,500 people were in slavery – in 2023 Walk Free reported this has grown to a staggering 41,000 people.
Get Free is a compelling narrative that transcends borders.
It unites the creative talents of numerous production companies from the Central Coast including Joos Productions, New Life Media, Awake Productions and Salt House Creative plus award winning 1906 Pictures from Penrith.
It is directed by Central Coast local, Daniel Widdowson, who has 34 directing credits.
He has been an Australian of the Year finalist and Australian Playwright finalist and received the Best Director award at the Florence Film Awards.
Writers/producers Craig and Amanda Giles were named Regional Winner for Business NSW’s Microbusiness in 2022.
In 2023, they were finalists for the same award.
Craig Giles is a finalist in the Outstanding Business Leader category of this year’s Central Coast business Awards, with winners to be announced in October.
The collaboration showcases not only the richness of the region’s artistic talent but also the power of cinema to raise awareness on critical global issues.
It is a global call to action, touching on universal themes of hope, resilience and the power of choice.
The film reveals 10 ways that women and children are taken and seeks to spark a conversation.
Through the lens of survivors’ stories, it inspires individuals and communities to take action against the world’s fastest growing crime.
It will screen at 7pm on Thursday, September 14.
Tickets are available at https://www.avocabeachtheatre.com.au/films-and-events/get-free-screening-and-qa/ or from the theatre box office.
Terry Collins