Boy Swallows Universe wins six AACTA Industry Awards, Better Man claims five

The Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts Awards saw significant wins for the Netflix series 'Boy Swallows Universe', which claimed six awards in the television categories, including Best Direction and Best Cinematography. The film categories were dominated by 'Better Man', a biopic of Robbie Williams, and 'Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga', each winning five awards. 'Better Man' received accolades for Best Screenplay and Best Original Score, while 'Furiosa' won for its technical achievements in cinematography and production design. Hosted by Stephen Curry, the Industry Gala recognized multiple productions, with ABC and Netflix notably dominating the television landscape. The full AACTA Awards ceremony is set to continue with further announcements following this initial gala, highlighting the industry's best talent. With 'Boy Swallows Universe' leading with 22 nominations, it remains a strong contender for the upcoming main awards.