CAMP THERAPY MOVIE
How come no one thought of conversion therapy for straight people, before Saara did? Saara is the force majeure behind CAMP THERAPY MOVIE that won Euphoria Foundations Storyteller or Media Maker of the Year 2026. CAMP THERAPY is Saara's fifth feature film and incorporates all queer and trans-lead cast and crew in a story that will explode to the public awareness soon. There have even been rumours that Saara appears as the Non-Cult leader ICON in the film. We reached Saara out for a comment: "I can confirm that CAMP THERAPY is Not a Cult. As for the other rumour, ICON is ICON so I don't know what you're talking about." When not writing, directing or producing films, Saara can be spotted performing (very gay) stand-up comedy or poems, organising (very gay) film festivals and events, serving as the Special Advisor at the Trans Women Society, giving (very gay) interviews, writing (very gay) publications, singing (very gay) songs with Keychange Choir and over all just spreading all sorts of gay propaganda by any means possible. Saara also has a secret life of running too far, learning musical instruments and volunteering in suicide prevention, but don't tell anyone, (it is a secret after all). HOT TIP: Do not invite Saara to a party unless you want the whole entourage to follow.
CAMP THERAPY Movie is recognised for its groundbreaking approach to trans representation through what its creators describe as Australia’s first trans-activist satire. Written, produced, acted and crewed by transgender, gender-diverse and non-binary creatives, the film celebrates a world where transness is not simply visible and accepted, but an optimistic norm. Blending comedy with important conversations about transphobia and exclusion, CAMP THERAPY offers an authentic, trans-positive story that celebrates the creativity, resilience and diversity of trans communities. The film has already won Media Maker and Storyteller of the Year at the Euphoria Socials Awards before its release.
What makes CAMP THERAPY special is the way it brings people together to create something that reflects and celebrates their own community. Through an open expression-of-interest process, collaborative scriptwriting and opportunities for gender-diverse creatives to contribute across the production, the project has built a space where people feel welcomed, supported and empowered to share their talents. The collective has continued this spirit beyond the film, hosting spoken-word and showcase events that invite new community members to participate, while building partnerships with LGBTQIA+ organisations and championing emerging talent, including young transgender composer Blaire Mullan. As crew member Bernard Peasley shared, “CAMP THERAPY is the most inclusive and collaborative project I have ever been involved in.” The project also brings gender-diverse and non-gender-diverse people together, recognising the importance of creating understanding through shared experiences.
CAMP THERAPY’s impact can be seen in the community it has built, the creative opportunities it has opened up and the future it is helping shape for trans representation. Its crowdfunding campaign exceeded its target, making free screenings for gender-diverse communities possible, while ongoing live events continue to welcome new voices into the collective. With the film now in post-production and plans for further storytelling underway, CAMP THERAPY is creating something that reaches beyond the screen. By putting trans and non-binary people at the centre of the story and celebrating their experiences with humour, humanity and optimism, the collective is helping build a world where trans stories are not only seen, but embraced and celebrated.