A Greek-Australian emerging artist, born and raised in Darwin, Australia. His artistic journey began in acting and co-founding the Darwin local creative collective Big Dog Salad, which has since delivered sold-out seasons at festivals across the country. Over the years, he has built a

dynamic portfolio, directing theatre and short film projects while honing his technical skills across both mediums. Now, at 25, Kostadinos is making his debut as a feature film writer and director, marking an exciting new chapter in his filmmaking career. As co-founder of Night Lights Pictures, he is already shaping the vision for his next feature, continuing his pursuit of bold, independent storytelling

Iona Francis is a New Zealand multidisciplinary artist & technician, shaping stories across stage, screen, and beyond. With over a decade of freelance experience across theater and film, Her career bridges technical, visual, and narrative roles— photographer, writer, graphic designer, lighting & sound designer, editor, colorist, and more. Iona continues to redefine independent filmmaking, fusing diverse mediums and constantly expanding her artistic language. She shifts seamlessly between disciplines, never tied to one medium