Rufus Richardson (Australia)
Documentary Executive
Madman Entertainment / DocPlay

Rufus is responsible for the management of Madman’s wholly-owned documentary SVOD platform DocPlay.

Rufus has a background in journalism and film criticism, and he has worked in the film industry for over 15 years in various roles. He has also worked for film agencies in the Netherlands and New Zealand and for Doc Edge International Documentary Film Festival in Auckland. He is a passionate advocate for documentary as a vehicle for social change. Rufus is a graduate of the Australian National University and AFTRS.


Company bio

Madman Entertainment is an independent distributor with a focus on remarkable stories. We are proud to share films with audiences in Australia and New Zealand that transcend the screen; start conversations, encourage reflection and empower change. DocPlay is the destination for the world’s best documentaries. With a focus on curation and quality stories, DocPlay is the dedicated home of documentary content in Australia and New Zealand. Available on a range of desktop, mobile and integrated media devices, the DocPlay catalogue is available to stream instantly to lovers of real stories, whether at home or on the go.