David EASTEAL, born in 1986 in Australia, is a renowned Melbourne-based filmmaker, whose creative journey began with a strong foundation in law and literature, earned from the prestigious University of Melbourne. As a skilled barrister at the Victorian Bar, he has honed his expertise in the legal realm, while simultaneously nurturing his passion for filmmaking.
EASTEAL's impressive portfolio of short films has garnered widespread recognition, with his works showcased at numerous esteemed international film festivals, including the New York Film Festival, the British Film Institute's London Film Festival, the Chicago International Film Festival, the Kiev International Film Festival Molodist, the Sofia International Film Festival, and the Singapore International Film Festival.
In 2015, EASTEAL's remarkable talent was acknowledged with the award for Emerging Australian Filmmaker at the Melbourne International Film Festival. His debut feature-length film, The Plains, received the coveted Films en Cours post-production support award at the Belfort International Film Festival Entrevues. Furthermore, The Plains is set to make its presence felt at the 2022 International Film Festival Rotterdam, as part of the prestigious Tiger Competition.
