
Production
Dianna La Grassa
With over 10+ years of experience in the education sector, an MBA graduate and a NIDA trained actress, Dianna La Grassa is Bus Stop Films Chief Operating Officer, Head of Screen and resident Producer. Her background in adult education underpins the delivery of our Accessible Filmmaking Program. As the COO it has given her great pleasure to watch the organisation pave ground-breaking pathways for the inclusion of people with disabilities in the film industry and watch the participants blossom in these interactive and unique environments, seeing them develop real life skills and opportunities for their passion. Dianna has produced more than 55 film projects with Bus Stop Films including the multi award winning Groundhog Night and What Was it Like? and acclaimed films Filters, Visible and This Is News Radio.
Acting credits
Behind the camera
NRUpcoming short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Thirst Trap
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NROlan the alien has always dreamed of moving to Earth, but to do so he must be voted in by the audience of the planet’s biggest talk show: The Gravy Train.
Olan, Earthbound
2023
NRLucy takes the stage to battle her demons with the help of her close friend.
Stage Fright
2024
NRA granddaughter is granted a special task by her ancestors; to take back a family heirloom stolen by her uncle. Said to be imbued with an ancient family secret, this heirloom is the key to a sacred superpower passed down through generations.
Smoke & Mirrors
2023
NRValiant is a short, educational film about building and maintaining healthy relationships and developing protective behaviour skills. Through four stories, Valiant explores issues related to consent, sexuality and healthy relationships for people with disability.
Valiant
2021
NRUpcoming short film from Craig Boreham in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Flamingo
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NRGoing back in time to meeting his younger self, Tim has to determine whether he should kill his grandfather or let bygones be bygones.
Darwin '74
2025
Upcoming short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Boo
2026
NRShort film from Craig Boreham in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Second Thoughts
2024
NRDuring a tense supervised visit at a child contact centre, Orla reconnects with her estranged father and offers him a glimpse of redemption.
Princess
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NRExplore the lives of Rylea, Scott, and Stephanie as they grapple with sensory overload. This poignant documentary reveals their daily struggles, coping mechanisms, and the transformative power of the arts in managing overwhelming sensations. An intimate journey that advocates for inclusive environments and heightened empathy towards those with sensory challenges.
Sensory Overload
2023
NRWhen his son sends an artificial intelligence version of himself to mend the fences on the family property, an ageing farmer must adapt to the change, or else lose his relationship with his son entirely.
Fences
2022
Upcoming AFL project from Bus Stop Films and Ironbark Films.
Open Ground
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Upcoming AFL project from Bus Stop Films and Ironbark Films.
Open Ground
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NRAn ice cream cart, a sunset, and a shared memory—two strangers rediscover a connection that speaks louder than words.
Strawberry Cheesecake
2024
NRNellie and Eleanor both live with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), navigating the weight of daily anxiety, finding connection in a most unexpected way.
Yeah Nah
2025
NRMonsieur Noir’s classroom at Jacaranda High is a far cry from his beloved homeland, with students whose accents are as Australian as they come. He longs for just one, fluent conversation in his mother tongue.
Joie
2023
NRSamson works in his father’s martial arts dojo, dreaming of becoming a professional martial arts stuntman. One day, Samson is forced to make a choice between listening to his father who regularly discourages him or taking steps to pursue his dreams and prove he has what it takes to conquer any obstacle.
Career Fight
2022
NRAn elderly sea captain invites a spirited retiree on a date aboard his boat, desperately hoping she doesn't discover his crippling fear of land.
Solid Ground
2024
NROverwhelmed by the chaos of class, neurodiverse teenager Jacob seeks refuge in an empty locker room, only to find himself facing an unexpected confrontation.
Boys
2024
A raging bush fire, a trapped secret agent and no way out. Daisy calls for help only to discover she has to rely on the one person she doesn't trust. Will she make it out?
Emergency
2025
Upcoming short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
ALTR
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NREveryone loves Babyface and everyone loves to hate the Heel. However, feelings are not so clear inside the wrestling ring. As the final showdown unfolds our two favourite personas must grapple with their feelings in an attempt to rewrite their own storyline.
Fighting Feelings
2023
NRIn a world where imagination meets reality, Sam, a neurodivergent student is excluded from the school play but dares to dream bigger.
Outcast
2024

