'Shared language of horror' uniting Aussie and Indonesian filmmakers

Key points

• A filmmaking program between Indonesian and regional Queensland universities is using horror to bring creators together. University of Southern Queensland lecturer Katherine Putnam says a shared language of fear has helped break down language barriers.
• The team filmed short horror movies in Indonesia before finishing in Toowoomba. The $60,000 program is funded by the university and the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
• Regional filmmaker Amy Parry says concern is growing about state government cuts to Screen Queensland funding.