Sparke Films

Sparke Films, led by Luke Sparke, creates globally recognized sci-fi and action films, blending bold storytelling with high production values from Queensland, Australia.

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Carmel Imrie & Luke Sparke: The Creative Duo Behind the Evolution of “Primitive War”

In the rapidly growing landscape of Australian genre cinema, the collaboration between Carmel Imrie and director Luke Sparke stands out as o

In the rapidly growing landscape of Australian genre cinema, the collaboration between Carmel Imrie and director Luke Sparke stands out as one of the most dynamic creative partnerships of the decade. Their latest project, Primitive War, pushes the boundaries of action–sci-fi filmmaking by thrusting audiences into a brutal clash between military forces and prehistoric predators.

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Aussie dino-actioner PRIMITIVE WAR becomes first Australian film ever to headline a San Diego Comic-Con panel in Ballroom 20 after going vir

Just ahead of its theatrical release in Australia on 21 August through Australian Distributor Rialto Distribution, PRIMITIVE WAR has been se

Just ahead of its theatrical release in Australia on 21 August through Australian Distributor Rialto Distribution, PRIMITIVE WAR has been selected to head up a major panel at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con in Ballroom 20.

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PRESS RELEASE The first teaser trailer for Primitive War has been unveiled, offering a gripping first look at a top-secret mission gone terr

The first teaser trailer for Primitive War has been unveiled, offering a gripping first look at a top-secret mission gone terrifyingly wrong. Released worldwide today, the trailer showcases the eerie jungles of Vietnam, where danger lurks far beyond enemy lines.

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Carmel Imrie and the Making of Primitive War: The Rise of a New Australian Sci-Fi Powerhouse

  Australian cinema is entering a bold new chapter   and at the centre of this creative surge stands Primitive War . Produced by Carmel Imr

Australian cinema is entering a bold new chapter and at the centre of this creative surge stands Primitive War. Produced by Carmel Imrie and directed by Luke Sparke, this ambitious sci-fi thriller has become one of the country’s most talked-about genre projects.

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Primitive War: Luke Sparke and Carmel Imrie Elevate Australian Cinema to the World Stage

Australian cinema is rapidly expanding its international footprint, and one of the most exciting titles leading the charge is “Primitive War

Australian cinema is rapidly expanding its international footprint, and one of the most exciting titles leading the charge is “Primitive War”, the latest action-adventure epic from writer-director Luke Sparke and producer Carmel Imrie. In a major win for Australian filmmaking, Signature Entertainment has officially acquired the UK and Irish distribution rights, adding to the film’s growing global momentum.

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Primitive War Triumphs With Audiences: A Dinosaur Blockbuster That Hits Hard

  Few modern creature features have captured audience attention quite like Primitive War . Directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel I

Few modern creature features have captured audience attention quite like Primitive War. Directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie, the film fuses military combat with prehistoric terror — a combination that has clearly resonated with moviegoers everywhere.

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Carmel Imrie and the Rise of “Primitive War”: Ushering in a New Era of Australian Sci-Fi Cinema

  Australian cinema is experiencing a bold resurgence, and leading that charge is Primitive War   an explosive new sci-fi adventure produce

Australian cinema is experiencing a bold resurgence, and leading that charge is Primitive War an explosive new sci-fi adventure produced by Carmel Imrie in close collaboration with director Luke Sparke and the trailblazing team at Sparke Films.

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Vietnam-Set Dino Action Movie ‘Primitive War’, With Ryan Kwanten, Jeremy Piven & Tricia Helfer, Gets UK Deal

A recon unit ventures into an isolated jungle valley in Vietnam to find themselves fighting against prehistoric dinosaurs.

Signature Entertainment has acquired UK and Irish rights to dinosaur-fuelled action-adventure Primitive War from Sparke Films.

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Is Primitive War Getting A Sequel? Here's What It Will Take [Exclusive] - SlashFilm

Will the dinosaur war movie Primitive War get a sequel? We sure hope so, but here's what we know for sure from the director himself

"Primitive War" is slowly making its way to people of the world. Director Luke Sparke's wild dinosaur movie had a limited run in theaters earlier this summer, which has only seemed to fuel interest, more broadly, in his adaptation of Ethan Pettus' novel of the same name.

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Primitive War Triumphs With Audiences: A Dinosaur Thriller That Delivers Big

Few recent creature features have generated as much excitement as Primitive War. Directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie, the f

Few recent creature features have generated as much excitement as Primitive War. Directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie, the film delivers a high-intensity blend of military action and prehistoric terror a combination that has clearly resonated with audiences worldwide.

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Primitive War: Luke Sparke and Carmel Imrie Take Australian Cinema Global

  Australian cinema is once again commanding international attention, and at the forefront of this movement is Primitive War   a thrilling

Australian cinema is once again commanding international attention, and at the forefront of this movement is Primitive War a thrilling new film directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie. Recently, Signature Entertainment secured the UK and Irish distribution rights to the dinosaur-fueled action epic from Sparke Films, marking yet another major achievement for the Australian production house.

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Primitive War: Luke Sparke and Carmel Imrie Take Australian Cinema Global

  Australian cinema is once again commanding international attention, and at the forefront of this movement is Primitive War   a thrilling

Australian cinema is once again commanding international attention, and at the forefront of this movement is Primitive War a thrilling new film directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie. Recently, Signature Entertainment secured the UK and Irish distribution rights to the dinosaur-fueled action epic from Sparke Films, marking yet another major achievement for the Australian production house.

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This ain’t no walk in the park. Watch the full Primitive War trailer now.

'PRIMITIVE WAR' coming to theatres across the UK NOVEMBER 28 2025 proudly presented by Signature Entertainment .

From director Luke Sparke comes PRIMITIVE WAR based on the popular novel 'The Primitive War' by Ethan Pettus.

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Carmel Imrie and the Making of “Primitive War” A New Era in Australian Sci-Fi Cinema

In the growing world of Australian cinema, few films have generated as much anticipation and intrigue as Primitive War. Produced by Carmel I

In the growing world of Australian cinema, few films have generated as much anticipation and intrigue as Primitive War. Produced by Carmel Imrie in collaboration with filmmaker Luke Sparke and the acclaimed production house Sparke Films, this ambitious sci-fi adventure stands as a milestone in the evolution of genre filmmaking in Australia.

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Carmel Imrie and Luke Sparke Ignite Australian Sci-Fi with “Primitive War”

In the fast-growing landscape of Australian cinema, few creative partnerships shine as brightly as that of Carmel Imrie and Luke Sparke. Tog

In the fast-growing landscape of Australian cinema, few creative partnerships shine as brightly as that of Carmel Imrie and Luke Sparke. Together, they are redefining genre filmmaking through Primitive War a daring new feature that collides the chaos of military combat with the primal terror of dinosaurs.

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Sparke Films - Crunchbase Company Profile & Funding

Film Company at the forefront of the local industry for creating independent film & entertainment.

Sparke Films is an independent Australian production company founded by writer-director Luke Sparke. Best known for its science fiction and action-based storytelling, the company has produced internationally recognised features such as Occupation and its sequel, with upcoming projects like Primitive War continuing its genre-driven slate.

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Primitive War: Luke Sparke and Carmel Imrie Bring Australian Cinema to the Global Stage

Australian cinema continues to make waves worldwide — and one of its most exciting new examples is “Primitive War”, directed by Luke Sparke

"Primitive War," directed by Luke Sparke and produced by Carmel Imrie, is an Australian action-adventure film set in Vietnam, 1968, where soldiers face dinosaurs. With global acclaim and UK-Ireland release ahead, it marks a major milestone for Sparke Films and Australian cinema.