THE OLDEST HEART

WRITER I DIRECTOR I PRODUCER I EDITOR

Documentary Short Film

The Oldest Heart is a short documentary that follows the inspiring journey of Australia’s oldest female amateur boxer, Lyn Joy Mills, who at 71, embarks on an extraordinary journey toward her first official fight.

DOP: Michael Derbyshire

FESTIVAL SELECTIONS

Australian Women’s Film Festival 2025 - Best Documentary Film

Heart of Gold Film Festival 2025 - Best Female Director

American Documentary and Animation Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

All that Moves International Film Festival - Best Documentary Life Story

Australia Independent Film Festival 2026 - Finalist / Official Selection

Darwin International Film Festival 2025 - Official Selection

The Mparntwe Alice Springs International Film Festival 2025 - Official Selection

Canberra Short Film Festival 2025 - Official Selection

Orion International Film Festival 2026 - Nominee

Sparrowland Short Film Festival 2026 - Nominee

Hollywood Shorts Fest 2026 - Honourable Mention

Melbourne Women in Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

West End Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

Underdog Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection

Swan Perth International Women in Film Festival 2026 - Official Selection