Pancake Originals was founded on the simple idea that the greatest stories ever told are those found closest to home. This foundational principle has propelled our journey from modest origins to receiving recognition on the international stage, showcasing the universal themes embedded in our local narratives.

As we continue to grow, our mission remains clear: to bring compelling stories from the heart of our communities to the forefront of global cinema. Our forthcoming slate of projects is a testament to this dedication—each endeavour crafted with care and intention, designed to spark conversation and connection both locally and globally.

Through collaboration and creativity, we look forward to bringing bold, innovative stories to life, continuing to explore the narratives that lie just beyond our doorstep.

We make movies.
(It’s a lot more complicated than it sounds.)


  • Founder
    Writer | Director | Producer

    Fiercely independent and relentlessly ambitious. Zane Borg, an award-winning filmmaker out of Naarm/Melbourne, is a storyteller by nature. After dropping out of film school, Zane founded Pancake Originals, a production company with the mission of empowering local and personal stories in the independent film industry.

    With his debut feature, 'The Library Boys', Zane introduced the world to his unique blend of slapstick comedy and painfully honest tragedy, penning the script at only 19 years of age. The film World Premiered at Austin Film Festival in 2022, winning the ‘Comedy Vanguard’ Award, after which MovieMaker Magazine listed Zane in their annual 'Screenwriters to Watch' list.

    Zane is currently in post-production on his sophomore feature 'River', set for release in 2025.


  • Writer | Director | Producer

    Born in the South Eastern suburbs of Naarm/Melbourne, Gabriel discovered his passion for the arts as a child through creative writing.

    At 17, he left school to study acting at the Film & Television Studio International, where he learned various techniques. After graduating, he secured a guest role in Netflix's 'Glitch'. Two years later, he earned a Bachelor in Film & Television Production from JMC Academy while studying method acting at the Melbourne Actors Lab.

    His directorial debut, 'Sunflower', was part of Queer Screen's Goes to Cannes showcase in 2023, premiering at the Sydney Film Festival and being selected for major Australian film festivals like MIFF and AFF.

    He is currently developing his sophomore feature 'This Suburban Life' with the support of Screen Australia.

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