Stories That Move Audiences
Ivana Zoric Talia is an Australian award-winning screenwriter and director. Her work centres on comedy, emotionally complex characters, intimate relationships and culturally layered worlds, told with depth and a strong point of view.
About Ivana Zoric Talia
Ivana Zoric is an Australian screenwriter specialising in feature films and television, with a focus on romance, comedy and contemporary drama.
With over eleven years of experience developing original screenplays, Ivana is passionate about creating entertaining, emotionally engaging stories that explore the complexities of love, relationships, identity and ambition. Her writing combines humour, heart and compelling characters, often exploring the tension between personal desires, cultural traditions and societal expectations.
Drawing inspiration from her Croatian-Australian heritage and international experiences, Ivana brings a distinctive perspective to her storytelling. Her work ranges from romantic comedies and ensemble-driven narratives to crime dramas, with a particular interest in strong female protagonists, unconventional relationships and characters navigating the unexpected challenges of modern life.
A member of the Australian Writers' Guild, Ivana has developed a diverse portfolio of original feature screenplays and continues to develop projects for both film and television.
Based in Sydney, Australia, Ivana works internationally, with creative connections across Australia, Europe and the United States
Donna’s Got It
Directed By: Ivana Zoric Talia
Written By: Ivana Zoric Talia & Makedonka Stoilova
Driven by curiosity and built on purpose, this is where bold thinking meets thoughtful execution. A heartwarming comedy about resilience, self-belief, and the magic that happens when you stop chasing the rat race and start trusting your own rhythm. Donna is a hopeful Macedonian-Australian actress who refuses to give up on her dream. No matter how many rejections she gets or how quiet the phone stays. From auditions in her home studio to her Croatian roommate's "helpful" advice, Donna is determined to "make it".
Back in Time
Written By: Ivana Zoric Talia
Jack Perry, finds himself seated in the cockpit of a Spitfire in World War II and must quickly navigate his way to a safe landing, a decision that will alter the course of the future.
Scripts for SALE
These projects are available for option, development and acquisition.
Each script is character-driven, emotionally grounded and written with production in mind. They are designed to travel, with strong central relationships, clear thematic engines and commercial appeal across film and television markets. Loglines and short synopses are provided below. Full scripts, pitch decks and additional materials are available on request. For enquiries, representation discussions or script requests, please get in touch via the contact page.
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Genre: Comedy
Log line: In Astoria, Queens, six childhood friends each fall in love with someone from a cultural background traditionally seen as their enemy. (This screenplay has been written as a feature film and a second copy as a pilot.)
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Genre: Drama / Comedy
Log Line: As one woman rises, her entourage scrambles to keep up, proving that success is rarely a solo act and friendship is the messiest collaboration of all.
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Genre: Romance
Log line: In a community where tradition defines destiny, a love that crosses invisible lines threatens to change everything for two families and the people bound to them.
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After losing his fortune, friends and will to live, a stubborn property tycoon reluctantly teams up with his daughter to rebuild his empire, only to discover that she's inherited more of his business brilliance than he ever realised.
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After her mobster husband is murdered, a sharp-witted Italian-Australian widow takes over his criminal empire in Sydney, juggling rival mobsters, family drama and a hunt for his killer, even if it’s someone she trusts.
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