Stan rolled out the red carpet in Perth on Thursday night, celebrating its latest local feature film with a packed screening ahead of its national debut next week.
The Stan Original Film Whale Shark Jack was previewed at Luna Leederville, with cast Alyla Browne, Giselle Philogene, Jayden Boundry, Luca Miller and Emmi Williams joined by creatives and industry figures for the event.
Also in attendance were screenwriter Kathryn Lefroy, directors Miranda Edmonds and Khrob Edmonds, and a group of producers and partners supporting the production across Western Australia.
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Speaking at the screening, Stan Commissioning Editor Donna Chang said the project reflects the platform’s continued focus on local storytelling, backed by strong creative partnerships.
“Stan is dedicated to backing Australian stories and takes great pride in being the leading streaming commissioner of local drama titles.”
L-R: Rikki Lea Bestall, Kathryn Lefroy, Khrob Edmonds, Alyla Browne, Emmi Williams, Giselle Philogene, Donna Chang, Miranda Edmonds and Luca Miller (image – Stan)
L-R: Kathryn Lefroy, Khrob Edmonds and Miranda Edmonds (image – Stan)
Miranda Edmonds, who co directed the film alongside Khrob Edmonds, said the project is deeply tied to its setting and aims to connect audiences with the natural world.
“Whale Shark Jack is our love letter to Exmouth and the magnificent whale sharks of Ningaloo Reef.”
Set in coastal Western Australia, the film follows a young girl navigating grief and change as she searches for connection, pinning her hopes on the return of a whale shark that once shaped her world.
The project also brings together a broader ensemble including Abbie Cornish, Michael Dorman, Ursula Yovich and Rachel Ward, rounding out a cast anchored by emerging talent.
Take a look at the official trailer in the player below.
Whale Shark Jack premieres April 2, only on Stan.
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