ABC’s Amanda Duthie appointed Adelaide Film Festival director

ABC’s Amanda Duthie has been announced as the incoming director and CEO of the BigPond Adelaide Film Festival.

Duthie replaces Katrina Sedgwick who will finish in the role at the end of 2011.

Duthie is currently the content head of arts and entertainment at the ABC.

Sandra Sdraulig, chair of BAFF Board said: “Finding someone to fill the very large shoes of Katrina Sedgwick, the Festival’s founding director and creative dynamo who has evolved BAFF into one of the world’s most exciting film events was a daunting task. I feel absolutely confident that Amanda Duthie is that person, an individual with extraordinary skills, energy, knowledge and networks who we are absolutely delighted will guide the Festival into the future.”