Australians in Film has announced the return of Future Vision, Australia’s premier global television exchange, scheduled to take place from 14 to 16 July 2025 at ACMI in Melbourne. Supported by Screen Australia and VicScreen, the event will bring together top international and Australian creative leaders in television.
Future Vision 2025
Now in its second year, Future Vision will feature Emmy, Golden Globe, and Peabody Award winner Richard Gadd (Baby Reindeer); BAFTA-winning creator Sally Wainwright (Happy Valley); and Soo Hugh, the Peabody-winning creator behind Pachinko, as headline speakers.
The event is framed around the theme “Optimism,” building on last year’s focus on courage and reflecting ongoing industry challenges including market contraction, regulatory shifts, and the implications of artificial intelligence.
Bruna Papandrea (Nine Perfect Strangers) and Tony Ayres (The Survivors) will return as co-chairs, continuing their leadership roles at the event. The program aims to foster cross-border collaboration and reimagine storytelling in a rapidly evolving media environment.
“Events like Future Vision are very important. They bring together people who care about pushing boundaries, taking risks, and telling stories that mean something,” said Richard Gadd, creator and star of Baby Reindeer.
Sally Wainwright shared her enthusiasm: “I’m delighted to have been asked to take part in Future Vision and am looking forward hugely to talking telly with everyone.”
Soo Hugh reflected on the events relevance: “Throughout my career, I’ve been lucky to learn from extraordinary storytellers who taught me the power of vision and reminded me how deeply personal stories can resonate globally. I’m excited to attend Future Vision.”
The 2025 edition of Future Vision reinforces Australia’s position in the global screen conversation, offering local talent a platform to engage directly with some of television’s most influential voices.
Top image: Soo Hugh, Richard Gadd, Sally Wainwright