Schuyler Weiss, the producer behind Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, advocated for Australia's thriving film ecosystem during an MPA seminar at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Speaking from a unique position as both a local Australian producer and a facilitator of major Hollywood productions, Weiss outlined why the Gold Coast and the wider Australian production landscape are well positioned to serve as a global production hub. He emphasized the strength of Australia's crews, facilities, diverse locations, and supportive financing and incentive frameworks that attract top studios and filmmakers. Weiss has collaborated with Baz Luhrmann for nearly two decades, helping bring high-profile projects to Australia and acting as a bridge between local talent and Hollywood productions. At TIFF, he highlighted how strategic partnerships, skilled local crews, and streamlined permitting contribute to shorter shoots and higher creative output while maintaining the highest production standards. The Gold Coast's growing reputation as a cinematic destination—with sun-drenched beaches, varied landscapes, and advanced post-production capabilities—was presented as a model for how Australia can compete on the global stage. Weiss's remarks at the MPA seminar reinforce Australia’s position as a premier global production hub and invite studios and filmmakers to leverage its capabilities to tell ambitious, internationally appealing stories.