VIRTUAL INDIGENOUS FILM FESTIVAL NAIDOC WEEK EDITION 2022



Virtual Indigenous Film Festival NAIDOC 2022

4 - 8 July 2022

The Virtual Indigenous Film Festival (VIFF) NAIDOC Edition is an annual event that takes place during NAIDOC Week. Our mission is to showcase First Nations stories and voices, and invite inclusive and open discussion throughout this important week.


This year's NAIDOC edition will feature four award-winning Australian films; Araatika: Rise Up!, Off Country, Wash My Soul in the River's Flow and Where the Water Starts. Each of the films will have a Virtual Screening at 1pm and 7pm on their scheduled day.

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Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up!

This year's NAIDOC Week theme encourages us to make a genuine commitment "to Get Up! Stand Up! Show Up! and support and secure institutional, structural, collaborative, and cooperative reforms."


Join us in celebrating the achievements of First Nations filmmakers and artists who have led change and inspired generations through their extraordinary stories, music, craft and artistry.


Choose from the collection of films below.

<div class="editor-content"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 0.875rem; color: #2d9982ff">ARAATIKA: RISE UP!</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem">Monday 4th July 1pm &amp; 7pm AEST / 11am &amp; 5pm AWST</span></p></div>

ARAATIKA: RISE UP!

Monday 4th July 1pm & 7pm AEST / 11am & 5pm AWST
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 0.875rem; color: #2d9982ff">WASH MY SOUL IN THE RIVER'S FLOW</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem">Tuesday 5th July 1pm &amp; 7pm AEST / 11am &amp; 5pm AWST</span></p></div>

WASH MY SOUL IN THE RIVER'S FLOW

Tuesday 5th July 1pm & 7pm AEST / 11am & 5pm AWST
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 0.875rem; color: #2d9982ff">OFF COUNTRY</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem">Wednesday 6th July 1pm &amp; 7pm AEST / 11am &amp; 5pm AWST</span></p></div>

OFF COUNTRY

Wednesday 6th July 1pm & 7pm AEST / 11am & 5pm AWST
<div class="editor-content"><p><strong><span style="font-size: 0.875rem; color: rgb(45, 153, 130)">WHERE THE WATER STARTS</span></strong></p><p><span style="font-size: 0.875rem">Friday 8th July 1pm &amp; 7pm AEST / 11am &amp; 5pm AWST</span></p></div>

WHERE THE WATER STARTS

Friday 8th July 1pm & 7pm AEST / 11am & 5pm AWST

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

REGISTER FOR VIFF SCREENING

Select a single Virtual Screening or purchase an All Access Pass, and register your details to reserve your spot. Bulk tickets available for schools, workplaces and organisations.

WATCHING VIRTUAL SCREENINGS

Access the Virtual Screening 5 mins before the event start time by logging into your FanForce TV account. The Screenings are livestreamed, so be sure to arrive on time!



PRICING TIERS

$6.99USD

SINGLE FILM PASS

Get access to Day and Evening screening times for one film

$19.99USD

ALL ACCESS PASS

Get access to all Virtual Screenings and Encore Screenings






Testimonials from VIFF 2022 Reconciliation Week

"This is an important contribution to the Week and to the national conversation. It should continue."

"Thank you for the opportunity to learn more truth about Australia’s history and to help us all take action for reconciliation"

"This is such a great opportunity - I saw films that I would never have seen otherwise"

"The choice of films was great and we really appreciated the opportunity to participate at a very reasonable cost."

"Quality of the films was exceptional, very grateful to the organisers for making this amazing content available"

"... so glad this festival exists"

"Thank you for running this festival virtually and for the diversity of films"

"REALLY impressed with the quality of filmmaking and storytelling. I have no indigenous blood, but I want to hear these stories which are told in such a clear, mature, resonant voice. Filled with tragedy at times, but even more filled with love, insight, and honesty."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have any other questions? Check out the FanForce TV FAQs or contact us at fanforcetv@fan-force.com

What is VIFF NAIDOC EDITION 2022?

VIFF is the Virtual Indigenous Film Festival!


The Virtual Indigenous Film Festival takes place annually on FanForce TV to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples during NAIDOC Week.


FanForce TV presents a collection of Indigenous stories that will screen throughout NAIDOC Week. Each film has two screening time options, 1pm and 7pm AEST. This gives organisations, groups and communities the opportunity to watch together in person, or virtually from home.

When is VIFF NAIDOC EDITION 2022?

VIFF NAIDOC EDITION 2022 will be streaming on FanForce TV during NAIDOC Week, 4 - 8 July.

What films are being shown?

We are showcasing 3 extraordinary films.


Araatika: Rise Up!

4th July 1pm and 7pm AEST / 11am and 5pm AWST


Wash My Soul in the River's Flow

5th July 1pm and 7pm AEST / 11am and 5pm AWST


Off Country

6th July 1pm and 7pm AEST /11am and 5pm AWST



How can I watch?

Register for any Virtual Screening event or grab an All Access Pass, then come back at the event start time to watch the film. Simply login to your FanForce TV account and visit the Virtual Screening page to get access to the film.


When can I watch the films?

Each film will be live streamed at the given date and time listed on the Virtual Screening page. As these events are live streamed, you will not be able to access any playback options (rewind, fast forward etc.) if you miss any part of the event. So be sure to arrive on time!

Can I watch the films later?


You can also purchase the ALL ACCESS PASS to receive access to all VIFF Virtual Screenings.

How much does it cost?

Individual Film Screenings including both day and evening times: $6.99USD


All Access Pass: $19.99USD

Can I buy tickets for someone else?

Absolutely! We have Gift Cards available for purchase if you would like to gift a ticket or an All Access Pass.


Bulk ticket purchases are available for companies or organisations to distribute to staff/community members. Please contact us to arrange bulk ticket purchases.







FANFORCE TV acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this page may contain images or names of people who have passed away.