Joy House Productions Pty Ltd

29/09/2026

Thank you Inside Film Magazine .

Her Last Laugh has its theatrical release starting 7th November in Brisbane, Melbourne & Perth.

Joy Hopwood's seventh feature, 'Her Last Laugh', will receive a limited Australian theatrical release from November 7, with special Q&A screenings planned in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney.

28/09/2026

HER LAST LAUGH IS COMING TO CINEMAS IN NOVEMBER 🎬

After a year of writing, filming and bringing this story to life, I’m so excited to announce the Australian theatrical release of Her Last Laugh.

Join us for a special screening in each state and Q&A with cast and filmmaker Joy Hopwood.

BRISBANE Saturday 7th November 2026
🎥 Reading Cinemas
⏰ 6:00pm to 8:15pm
🎤 Q&A with Peter Thurnwald, Christina Kim & Joy Hopwood

Tix link https://events.humanitix.com/her-last-laugh-film-premiere

MELBOURNE Sunday 8th November 2026
🎥 Lido Cinemas
⏰ 6:00pm to 8:15pm
🎤 Q&A with John Waters, Tiana Hogben, Lyanna Kea & Joy Hopwood

Tix link https://www.lidocinemas.com.au/movies/her-last-laugh

SYDNEY Tuesday 10th November 2026
🎥 Cremorne Orpheum
⏰ 8:00pm to 10:15pm
🎤 Q&A with Peter Thurnwald, Ana Thu Nguyen, Kya Stewart, Tony Goh & Joy Hopwood

Tix link https://www.orpheum.com.au/movie/her-last-laugh-screening-live-qa

🎟️ TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!
Come along, support Australian independent film and celebrate this story of family, friendship, second chances and laughter. 🎬

I’d love to see you there! Please share with your friends and family and help us spread the word. ❤️

📸 Photos by Stephen Wong and Cinematographer
Editor Linda Ung
Post Sound Lara Cross
Casting Director
Dramedy RomCom SupportAustralianFilm

15/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who came to the 12th Joy House Film Festival and congratulations to our award winners:

Joy House Film Festival award winner, Cacey Baker’s One More For Safety (sponsored by Four Frogs)

Cultural impact award winner, Alix Livingstone & Sonya Takau’s Ganibarra (sponsored by Stephen Wong Photography)

Female Changemaker Award winner is Katie Ord (A life in transactions) sponsored by Pepe Saya & WIFT NSW

Thank you ScreenHub for a wonderful review of the 12th Joy House film festival.

Photos by Stephen Wong

28/08/2026

Thank you ScreenHub for spotlighting Joy House Film Festival among other great Australian festivals.

Check out the link below 👇
About the evolution of festivals and running them.

Australia's biggest film festivals are curated by small, passionate teams working within tight budgets to deliver transformative experiences.

10/08/2026

🎬 We’re excited for the 12th Joy House Film Festival!

What a journey it has been, 12 years of celebrating filmmakers, diverse voices and stories that remind us of the power of cinema to bring people together.

A huge thank you to ScreenHub for the wonderful mention of the Joy House Film Festival and for helping us share our story with the Australian screen industry. 🙏

Link https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/events/joy-house-film-festival-2026

At Joy House, we believe film can do more than entertain. Film can create connection, spark conversations, inspire hope and create positive change.
That’s why our festival is about more than simply finding a great film.

We want to celebrate joy, diversity, inclusion and the people using storytelling to make a difference.

This year, we’re particularly proud that our awards recognise different kinds of achievement:
🏆 Best Film, celebrating outstanding filmmaking and storytelling.
🌏 Cultural Impact Award, recognising a film that creates meaningful cultural connection and encourages audiences to see the world through a different perspective.
👩‍🎬 Changemaker Award for Women, celebrating women who are using their creativity, voice and storytelling to inspire change and contribute to a more inclusive industry.

These awards are important to us because success in film isn't only about what happens on screen, it’s also about the impact a story can have beyond the screen.

Over the years, Joy House has been fortunate to showcase emerging and established filmmakers from Australia and around the world, and we’re thrilled to continue creating a space where new voices can be seen, heard and celebrated.
And this year is shaping up to be another very special festival. 🎥✨

📍 Ritz Cinemas, Randwick
📅 Sunday 13 September 2026
⏰ From 5pm

Thank you to all the filmmakers who continue to trust us with their stories, our judges, partners, supporters and audiences who make Joy House possible.
And most importantly, thank you to everyone who believes that there is power in celebrating joy.

Tix link https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/events/joy-house-film-festival-2026

Here’s to another year of great films, diverse voices, meaningful conversations and a little more joy in the world.

Read the ScreenHub article here: ScreenHub Joy House Film Festival

24/07/2026

12th Joy House Film Festival.

Short films of “Joy” & diversity.

Hosted by Dan Doody (judge) alongside Ana Thu Nguyen (Mortal Combat 2 / Her Last Laugh).

Awards - Best Film, Best Cultural Impact Award & Changemaker Award for women.

13th Sept at Randwick Ritz Cinemas

Tix link https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/events/joy-house-film-festival-2026

Thank you to Filmink

Final late-entry deadline: 1 August 2026

10/07/2026

Flashback to an inspiring week of filming with Orange Sky!🧡

We were privileged to spend time with founders Nic and Lucas, their incredible volunteers, and the amazing "friends" who shared their stories with us. Their kindness, compassion and community spirit are at the heart of *A Clean Start*.

This week we're continuing production in Brisbane as we capture the next chapter of this important documentary.

If you'd like to help bring this story to audiences across Australia, please consider supporting our film through Documentary Australia.

https://documentaryaustralia.com.au/project/a-clean-start/

Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.

09/07/2026

Meet our amazing judges for the 12th Joy House Film Festival!

✨ Dan Doody (Channel 10)
✨ Ana Thu Nguyen (Mortal Kombat 2 / Her Last Laugh)

🎥 Entries close: 30 July 2026
📅 Festival: 13 September 2026
📍 Ritz Cinemas, Randwick

Final submissions to enter your short film of “joy” by 30/7/26 https://filmfreeway.com/JoyHouseFilmFestival

🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/events/joy-house-film-festival-2026

03/07/2026

Celebrate Joy & Diversity. Celebrate Storytelling.🎬

Join us for the 12th Joy House Film Festival.
An unforgettable evening of inspiring, heartwarming and entertaining short films that celebrate joy, diversity and the power of community🎉

Host: Daniel Doody (Channel 10)

📅 Sunday, 13 September 2026
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 The Ritz Cinema, Randwick

Bring your family and friends for a night of incredible films, laughter, connection and inspiration.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now!
👉 https://www.ritzcinemas.com.au/events/joy-house-film-festival-2026

Seats are limited, so book early, we can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎥

The Joy House Film Festival is an annual short film festival celebrating stories that uplift, inspire and connect audiences through the power of cinema.

10/05/2026

Wishing all mothers a Happy Mother’s Day, not forgetting those who are no longer with us 🌸🫶🏽 but live forever in our hearts 💕

Pictured: Two wonderful mothers in our upcoming film, Her Last Laugh, and from Fairy Joy & The Wong Side of Life.