Our short film The Rehearsal was announced as the winner of the Valley Shorts competition at the Kangaroo Valley Show.

I’m proud to have been part of the creative team behind this project and to share in this achievement. It was a truly collaborative work — built on trust, artistic vision, and strong teamwork.

Receiving this award is a meaningful professional milestone and a reminder that even in a short format, powerful stories can leave a lasting impact.

Grateful to the entire team for this experience and excited for what’s ahead.

Creative team:

  • Sean — director
  • Sienna Sirkka — producer
  • Victor Hawk — DOP
  • Maria Poleshchuk — BTS
  • Josh Robson — Editor
  • Talnts: Darrell Hoffman (Lawrie Higgins) and Steve Hoffman (Ray Leary)


Laurie Higgins and Ray Leary, thank you for trusting us with your story. This is just the beginning of revealing the Forgotten Australians, or better said, the Remembered Australians.


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