Acting

Will Rooks

Will Rooks is an Australian actor known for his collaborations with independent filmmaker Aiden Diorio, appearing in a number of the director's experimental and underground productions throughout 2026. Emerging as part of a new wave of young Australian independent performers, Rooks has become recognised for his natural screen presence and ability to adapt to unconventional forms of storytelling. Working primarily within low-budget independent cinema, Rooks has contributed to projects that favour realism, emotional honesty and creative experimentation over traditional filmmaking conventions. His performances often exist within stories that blur the line between reality and fiction, reflecting the raw and unpolished style that defines much of Diorio's work. In 2026, Rooks appeared in several productions, including The Boiling Frog, Dante's Inferno, The Seventh Layer of Hell, Milk Teeth, and Tulsa. Across these films, he became part of a growing creative community dedicated to producing ambitious independent work outside the mainstream Australian film industry. As a performer, Rooks brings a grounded and believable quality to his roles. Whether appearing in emotionally charged dramas, experimental narratives or character-driven stories, he approaches each project with a commitment to authenticity. His ability to work within improvised and unconventional filmmaking environments has made him a valuable presence in collaborative productions. Although still early in his acting career, Rooks has already built an impressive collection of appearances within Australia's emerging underground film scene. Through his ongoing work with Diorio and other independent creatives, he continues to develop his craft while contributing to a growing body of independent Australian cinema that values artistic freedom, risk-taking and originality.