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• From: Wednesday, 22 July 2026

  RunNation 2026 (Exempt)

  This is a film festival that brings people together through stories about running – not just races, but the reasons we run, the places it takes us, and the people we meet along the way. The films span local legends, global journeys, and quiet moments of personal triumph. Some are fast-paced. Some are reflective. All of them offer something real.

• From: Saturday, 8 August 2026

  Cities of Tomorrow (Exempt)

  A four-part documentary that reframes the climate crisis as urban reality: cities drive most emissions but also hold solutions. In London, Milan and beyond, a climate project manager and scientist explore energy, waste, pollution and relocation, spotlighting those reshaping the future.

• From: Sunday, 16 August 2026

  Common Wealth: Special Event Screening + Live Q&A with director Kane Guglielmi (Exempt)

  A conservatively raised capitalist travels the world on an evolutionary journey exploring alternatives to the established economic and political models in a pursuit for greater prosperity.

• From: Monday, 17 August 2026

  The Big Bike Film Night 2026 (Exempt)

  Let the good times ROLL in the Blue Mountains! The screening sensation known as The Big Bike Film Night is riding into town with your bike films fix for '26. Bringing the best cycling short films from around the world together for you. This film fest is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee.

• From: Friday, 21 August 2026

  TFF: Whistle (G)

  An offbeat Aussie crowd pleaser following the world’s greatest whistling competition, from the eccentric competitors to passionate devotees, as egos clash and notes soar. Toronto 2025. Screening with the short film, Our Choir Has Always Been Travelling.

• From: Saturday, 22 August 2026

  TFF: Rose (R18+)

  Sandra Hüller won the Berlinale Silver Bear for this towering performance as a 17th century soldier who claims an inheritance only to have his identity brought into question.

• From: Saturday, 22 August 2026

  TFF: Fjord (MA 15+)

  Winner, Palme d'Or, Cannes. Internationally acclaimed director Cristian Mungiu returns with a thought-provoking family drama starring Sebastian Stan and Renate Reinsve.

• From: Saturday, 22 August 2026

  TFF: No Good Men (MA 15+)

  In this sparkling political romantic comedy from Afghanistan, a camerawoman disillusioned with love is surprised to find herself drawn to the country's leading journalist. Screening with the short film, A Grief Encounter.

• From: Sunday, 23 August 2026

  TFF: Minotaur (MA 15+)

  Winner, Grand Prix, Cannes. The much-anticipated new film by Russian master Andrey Zvyagintsev is a brave, taut and explosive thriller that brilliantly melds the personal and the political.

• From: Sunday, 23 August 2026

  TFF: Ben'imana (R18+)

  Winner, Camera d'Or, Cannes. This emotionally powerful exploration of a reconciliation process following the Rwandan genocide is one of the year's most acclaimed debuts.

• From: Sunday, 23 August 2026

  TFF: The World of Love (MA 15+)

  Praised by Bong Joon-ho, this acutely observed, critically acclaimed Korean festival and theatrical hit follows a teen girl whose bright exterior hides a difficult past. Screening with the short film, Maŋutji (Catching Eyes).

• From: Wednesday, 23 September 2026

  Women's Adventure Film Tour 2026 (Exempt)

  Presented by Mountain Designs - The Women’s Adventure Film Tour returns for its 10th year, and we’re proud to once again share a collection of short films that celebrate remarkable women exploring the world around them.