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• From: Thursday, 31 July 2025

  The Divine Sarah Bernhardt (MA 15+)

  Set in the dizzying theatrical world of stage lights, opulent wealth and delicious scandals, Sarah Bernhardt, dubbed La Divine, became the first global celebrity. The actress broke social conventions through her bold character and dramatic performances.

• From: Thursday, 31 July 2025

  Friendship (M)

  A toxic bromance that'll make audiences laugh and wince in equal measure. Suburban dad Craig falls hard for his charismatic new neighbour, but Craig’s attempts to make an adult male friend threaten to ruin both of their lives.

• From: Thursday, 31 July 2025

  The Friend (M)

  An exploration of grief with endearing mischief and canine-human affection based on Sigrid Nunez's acclaimed 2018 novel. When a solitary writer adopts and bonds with a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend, she begins to come to terms with her past and her own creative inner life.

• From: Friday, 1 August 2025

  The Life of Chuck - Advance Screening (CTC)

  Be one of the first to see The Life of Chuck! A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King's novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz.

• From: Thursday, 7 August 2025

  Holy Cow (M)

  An uplifting comedy about community, resilience, love, and cheese curds in pastoral France. After the tragic death of his father, 18-year-old Totone must look after his younger sister and their failing family farm. Seeking income, he channels his energy into producing an award-winning comté cheese to claim a competition prize.

• From: Thursday, 7 August 2025

  Future Council (PG)

  Damon Gameau takes eight kids on the ultimate school excursion: a road trip across Europe to challenge powerful leaders and find solutions to our greatest ecological challenges. This is a coming - of - age journey that dares to imagine a brighter future.

• From: Monday, 11 August 2025

  RunNation Film Festival 2025 (Exempt)

  Lace up for Runnation's 11th edition! RunNation is an original documentary film festival that was founded by a group of local runners in Sydney eight years ago. Since its creation, RunNation has grown from a local festival to a world tour that has screened around the globe.

• From: Thursday, 14 August 2025

  The Stolen Painting (M)

  Inspired by remarkable true events, acclaimed writer/director Pascal Bonitzer’s sharp and hugely engrossing new dramedy The Stolen Painting follows a self-assured auctioneer whose professional and personal integrity is challenged by the discovery of a long-lost masterpiece.

• From: Thursday, 14 August 2025

  Together (CTC)

  Codependency takes on a twisted new meaning in the most anticipated Australian film of the year. A couple's move to the countryside triggers a supernatural incident that drastically alters their relationship, existence, and physical form.

• From: Thursday, 21 August 2025

  The Life of Chuck (CTC)

  A life-affirming, genre-bending story based on Stephen King's novella about three chapters in the life of an ordinary man named Charles Krantz.

• From: Thursday, 21 August 2025

  When Fall Is Coming (CTC)

  A quietly unsettling French drama that explores guilt, motherhood, and the fragile threads of family. Michelle, a retiree in Burgundy, expects her grandson Lucas but a mistake ruins her plans. Her friend Marie-Claude's son is released from prison, reviving Michelle's purpose.

• From: Friday, 22 August 2025

  TFF: DJ Ahmet (MA 15+)

  Charming, funny and uplifting, this Sundance Audience Award-winner tells the story of a 15-year-old North Macedonian boy who finds refuge in dance music and in first love.

• From: Saturday, 23 August 2025

  TFF: The President's Cake (MA 15+)

  Winner, Caméra d'Or, Cannes 2025. A rare film from Iraq, this Cannes Director’s Fortnight selected charmer is a humorous and touching debut about a young girl’s daring quest to bake a cake in the time of Saddam Hussein.

• From: Saturday, 23 August 2025

  TFF: Mr. Nobody Against Putin (MA 15+)

  This urgent, Sundance prize-winning documentary follows a brave and charismatic Russian teacher as he exposes shocking new propaganda at his school amid the invasion of Ukraine.

• From: Saturday, 23 August 2025

  TFF: The Ballad of Wallis Island (MA 15+)

  Carey Mulligan stars in this charming comedy, in which an eccentric lottery winner bankrolls an unwitting reunion of his favourite musical duo – who happen to be former lovers. Screening with the short film, I’m the Most Racist Person I Know.

• From: Sunday, 24 August 2025

  TFF: The Golden Spurtle (G)

  A crowd-pleaser set in a picturesque Scottish village where contestants from around the globe have gathered for the annual World Porridge Making Championship. CPH:DOX 2025. Special Guest: World Porridge Making Championship Contender Toby Wilson!

• From: Sunday, 24 August 2025

  TFF: Sentimental Value (MA 15+)

  Winner of the Cannes Grand Prix. Joachim Trier and Renate Reinsve reunite following The Worst Person in the World (SFF 2021) in this intimate family drama about the power of art. Stellan Skarsgård and Elle Fanning also contribute to an excellent ensemble cast. Includes a screening of the short film, Baggage.

• From: Sunday, 24 August 2025

  TFF: It Was Just an Accident (MA 15+)

  Winner of the 2025 Palme d'Or, Jafar Panahi’s road movie thriller melds moral dilemmas, comic moments and shocking revelations to extraordinary, potent effect. Includes a screening of the short film Interview With a Hero.

• From: Monday, 25 August 2025

  Rise Fly Fishing Film Tour 2025 (Exempt)

  The highly anticipated 19th Annual RISE Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is back and ready with a curated selection of the best fly fishing films from around the world. Anglers, outdoor enthusiasts, and adventure seekers are invited to join the tour as it visits cities nationwide, showcasing stunning cinematography, unforgettable stories, and the heart-pounding excitement of fly fishing.

• From: Thursday, 28 August 2025

  Mr Burton (CTC)

  The story of the wild school boy Rich Jenkins, son of a boozy miner and an English teacher who recognised his talent, Philip Burton. A moving, untold story of how Rich Jenkins became Richard Burton the biggest star Wales has ever produced.

• From: Monday, 1 September 2025

  The Big Bike Film Night (Exempt)

  The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you. Showcasing riveting bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!

• From: Thursday, 4 September 2025

  The Roses (CTC)

  A darkly comedic reimagining of The War of the Roses. Life seems easy for picture-perfect couple Ivy and Theo: successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nose dives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition and hidden resentment ignites.

• From: Monday, 22 September 2025

  Women's Adventure Film Tour 2025 (Exempt)

  The Women’s Adventure Film Tour (WAFT) returns for its 9th year, celebrating extraordinary women and their thrilling adventures. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled showcase of courage and triumph that will ignite your spirit. Don’t miss this unforgettable adventure!

• From: Saturday, 27 September 2025

  NTL: Inter Alia (Exempt)

  Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie.

• From: Saturday, 25 October 2025

  NTL: Mrs. Warren’s Profession (Exempt)

  Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic.

• From: Wednesday, 12 November 2025

  Climbing Film Tour 2025 (Exempt)

  Climbing Film Tour is back for its 5th season with an awesome selection of short films celebrating the global climbing community. A unique platform for climbers and filmmakers around the world to share their stories with the community. Each year, films are submitted and selected by our Vertical Life climbing team to go on tour with screenings in hundreds of gyms, cinemas and other locations around the world. Films may vary between screenings.

• From: Saturday, 29 November 2025

  NTL: The Fifth Step (Exempt)

  Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.

• From: Saturday, 28 February 2026

  NTL: Hamlet (Exempt)

  Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeare’s famous tragedy.

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  The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary Screening! (M)

  A 50th anniversary screening! Grab your heels and put on some lippy and join us for The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Mount Vic Flicks with lots of audience partici.....pation!