‘The Aegean’ film in the mix for the 2025 AACTA Awards

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The Australian independent film The Aegean is making waves in the 2025 AACTA Awards, securing nominations in major categories.

Written and directed by Jacob Richardson, the film has captured hearts with its touching exploration of grief and human connection. It stars Costas Mandylor, Nikolas Chalkiadakis and Victoria Ramos.

Among its accolades are nominations for Best Indie Film, Best Film, Best Lead Actor for Mandylor, and Best Supporting Actor for Nicky Dune. The film is also a contender in technical categories, including Best Cinematography, Best Direction, Best Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Score.

Set on the idyllic Greek island of Kythera, The Aegean tells the story of Hector, a widowed fisherman grappling with solitude, and Theodore, a teenager seeking refuge from his struggles. Their shared journey across the Aegean Sea highlights the power of resilience and companionship in overcoming life’s challenges.

AACTA members can stream The Aegean on AACTA TV and vote to support the film. For non-members, memberships with voting rights are still available.

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