Melbourne International Film Festival Announces 2026 MIFF Awards Nominees

The Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) has unveiled the nominees for its 2026 MIFF Awards, with over $300,000 in prize money to be distributed across various categories. The 'Bright Horizons Award,' offering a $140,000 prize, recognizes outstanding first- and second-feature filmmakers. Winners will be announced on August 22, 2026, during the festival, which runs from August 6 to August 23.