2025 Hilltops Off the Beaten Track Art and Cultural Trail 

The Editors Realm: The Magic of Movie-Making and Special Effects

OPENING NIGHT

Ever wondered how explosions look so real, how superman flies or how seamless transitions happen on screen

The core of every video or film production studio is the 'Editing Suite' giving life to every filmmaker's dream.

Kick off Hilltops Off The Beaten Track Arts & Cultural Trail with a behind-the-scenes look at the world of filmmaking!

On opening night, Kevin Greaves of Reload Productions brings his 25 years of experience to the big screen, offering a practical and entertaining talk on the art of special effects and movie magic.

🎥 Special Effects & Filmmaking Demo

Kevin will dive into the nuts and bolts of filmmaking—from concepts and filming to audio post-production and grading—with a strong focus on how special effects are created and used to bring stories to life. If you’ve ever wondered how explosions look so real, how superman flies or how seamless transitions happen on screen, this is your opportunity to find out.

📽️ Local Artists on Screen

As part of the night, Kevin will premiere a short documentary featuring three local Hilltops artists, filmed just for this event. Watch the creative process unfold on screen, showing the connection between visual art and film making in an engaging and hands-on way.

🎉 Celebrating 25 Years of Southern Cross Cinema

The event will also highlight 25 years of Southern Cross Cinema, Hilltops only movie theatre and a vital arts and cultural hub in the Hilltops.

Whether you’re into art, filming, movie making or just curious about what goes into making great visual content, this opening night is a must-see. Come for the insights, the creativity, and some special effects magic—leave with a whole new appreciation for the art of filmmaking.

Don't miss this dynamic, one-night-only event to kick off the arts trail!