YARNYA

Meaning: Fusion of “yarn” (storytelling in Aboriginal culture) + “ya” (common in Hindi/Dravidian as informal “you” or emphasis)

Yarnya Film Sales - our international sales and distribution arm - will be planning on attending these key global film markets and festivals throughout 2025 and 2026, including:

  • IFFI Goa / NFDC Film Bazaar 2025 (India)
  • Asia Pacific Screen Awards 2025 (Brisbane)
  • AACTA Awards 2026 (Sydney)
  • Cannes Marché du Film 2026 (France)
  • 37º South Market 2026 (Melbourne)
  • Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2026 (Canada)
  • American Film Market (AFM) 2026 (Los Angeles)

    • Stay tuned as we add more international markets and festival appearances.

Mission Illustration

OUR NETWORK

We partner with a trusted, global network of:

  • Theatrical distributors
  • Cultural and educational institutions
  • International film festivals
  • Global broadcasters and streamers

OUR APPROACH

  • Indigenous-First Model
    Every deal starts with cultural protocol, not profit.
  • Global Reach
    From community halls to red carpets - we walk both worlds with integrity.
  • Transparent Sales & Rights Practices
    We work to ensure that Indigenous creators stay in control of their work, IP, and vision.

CONSULTANCY SERVICES

We understand the structural and cultural barriers that many Indigenous filmmakers face — and we’re here to break them down.

Our services include:

Festival & Market Strategy
– Align your work with the right global stages

Sales & IP Guidance
– Understand your rights and protect your story

Cross-Border Collaboration Support
– Connect First Nations Australians, Indigenous Indians, and global Indigenous creatives

Cultural Protocol Advisory
– Ensure your project honours and uplifts community knowledge

WHO WE WORK WITH

We proudly collaborate with:

  • First Nations Australian directors, producers, and writers
  • Indigenous Indian filmmakers and storytellers
  • Indigenous-led production companies around the world
  • Cross-cultural film teams committed to ethical collaboration and cultural respect

GET IN TOUCH

Have a completed film, a work-in-progress, or an idea you’re ready to develop? We’d love to hear from you.

WRITE TO US ❯