Ross Page: 14 Years of Made in the West Film Festival
Ross Page, who started the Made in the West Film Festival, has put together 14 successful festivals showcasing talent from Western Sydney. Initially a one-man show, he now leads a team of 20-30 on opening night and 10-15 throughout the year. The festival has grown to cover multiple weekends at the year's end, with a closing event three months afterward, plus an online festival in the summer. Page emphasizes the importance of working together over competing, saying, "there's enough for everyone." He joined ArtsHub in 2023 as well.
Key facts
- Ross Page is founder and Artistic Director of Made in the West Film Festival.
- The festival has held 14 annual events.
- It showcases Western Sydney filmmakers.
- Page initially ran the festival alone for three years.
- Now employs 20-30 people on opening night and 10-15 throughout the year.
- The festival expanded from a one-night event to multiple weekends and a closing party.
- An online festival runs all summer.
- Page has been an ArtsHub member since 2023.
Entities
Artists
- Ross Page
Institutions
- Made in the West Film Festival
- ArtsHub
Locations
- Western Sydney
- Australia