Introducing the Hanlon Larsen Experimental Film Grant

Launching in 2025 the Hanlon Larsen Experimental Film Grant (HLEFG) provides support to experimental film projects.

Generously funded by Peter Hanlon in honour of his friend, fellow filmmaker and university lecturer, the late Cole Larsen.

Each year 3 x $5,000 grants will be awarded to support experimental film projects.

_{Strega - Tiah Trimboli}

We are seeking experimental film projects that challenge traditional storytelling and production techniques. These projects may explore abstract or non-linear narratives, focus on audio visual experiences or prioritise artistic expression and unconventional approaches to filmmaking.

This year the successful film projects will be produced April - October 2025. All three films will screen at The Mercury Cinema in November 2025.

Apply now

_{Strega - Tiah Trimboli}

_{Red Earth - Bryce Kraehenbuehl}

Application Requirements

Written proposal - up to 500 words
Budget - including how items are funded, and any in-kind support
Pitch Deck - max 10 slides
Up to three examples / links to existing work (optional)
A video response - max 3 minutes (optional)

_{Red Earth - Bryce Kraehenbuehl}

Eligibility

Only Flinders University alumni are eligible to apply
- Alumni must have studied in the areas of Arts, Creative Arts or Creative Industries
- Alumni, employed by Flinders University on an ongoing basis, are not eligible
- Flinders University PhD students undertaking practice-led research may apply

_{On Film - Emma Hough-Hobbs}

_{Strega - Tiah Trimboli}

2025 Important Dates

February, applications open
3 March, applications close
17 March, successful applicants announced
April - October, production of experimental films
31 October, projects delivered
November (date TBC), screening at The Mercury
Please direct any enquiries and questions to Tom Young, thomas.young@flinders.edu.au