1946 is a documentary film that chronicles how the misuse of a single word changed the course of modern history. 1946: The Mistranslation That Shifted Culture is a feature documentary that follows the story of tireless researchers who trace the origins of the anti-gay movement among Christians to a grave mistranslation of the Bible in 1946. It chronicles the discovery of never-before-seen archives at Yale University which unveil astonishing new revelations, and casts significant doubt on any biblical basis for LGBTQIA+ prejudice. Featuring commentary from prominent scholars as well as opposing pastors, including the personal stories of the film’s creators, 1946 is at once challenging, enlightening, and inspiring.

Join us for a night of French cinema in partnership with the Alliance Francaise de Darwin! All Your Faces (Je verrai toujours vos visages) Restorative justice programs offer a safe space for dialogue between offenders and victims - supported by professionals and volunteers. Among the participants are Chloé, a victim of sexual assault; Grégoire, Nawelle, and Sabine, victims of burglary and snatching; while Nassim, Issa, and Thomas are offenders, convicted of violent robberies. In this emotional and difficult journey, they must overcome resentment to find solace and forgiveness. And perhaps, at the end of the road, some of them might even find healing.

Marty McFly, a 17-year-old high school student, is accidentally sent 30 years into the past in a time-traveling DeLorean invented by his close friend, the maverick scientist Doc Brown.

Batchelor Institute 50th - Celebrating screen and media excellence! A spotlight over the decades, on our past and present screen & media students/graduates. Acknowledging and honoring our trail blazers who have shined brightly nationally and internationally in the radio, television and film industry and received national and international awards for their amazing work in the industry! Running order: 7pm - Sylvia Tabua (MC) welcome and introduction of the special guests, films and filmmakers. An official Welcome to Country by Larrakia Woman Lynette Fejo and dance from the Garramilla Larrakia Dancers will open the event. 7:30pm - Carry The Flag - Presenter, Co-Writer and Co-Producer - Bernard Namok Jnr 8:15pm - Ŋambi (Ŋambi) - Director - Mark Watjana 9pm - LIL BOIS - Director - Grant Thompson 9:45pm - Dipped in Black (Yankunytjatjara: Marungka Tjalatjunu) - Co Director - Derik Lynch 10:30pm -11:15pm - Live performance 'Normey J' Poster and backdrop image from Marungka Tjalatjunu (Dipped in Black) featuring Derik Lynch.

A puppeteer discovers a portal that leads literally into the head of movie star John Malkovich.

Fundraiser for Tara Irish Dance Company Inc.! The life of 11-year-old Billy Elliot, a coal miner's son in Northern England, is forever changed one day when he stumbles upon a ballet class during his weekly boxing lesson. Before long, he finds himself in dance, demonstrating the kind of raw talent seldom seen by the class' exacting instructor, Mrs. Wilkinson. With a tart tongue and a never-ending stream of cigarettes in her hand, Mrs. Wilkinson's zest for teaching is revived when she sees Billy's potential.

NT Premiere proudly presented by Darwin Festival and Deckchair Cinema! Before winning the coveted Archibald Prize in 2022, artist Blak Douglas debuted one of his most emotionally charged works, Domestic Violets, at the National Gallery of Australia’s 3rd National Indigenous Art Triennial: Defying Empire in 2017. The work features a portrait of his father’s mother, Clorine Morthem, Dhungatti people, at the centre. In this documentary, Blak Douglas shares his experiences of tracing his grandmother’s story. Beginning with old family photographs, he follows his grandmother’s life back to the Cootamundra Girls Home, where she became a Ward of the State, stripped of her name, language, family and culture and forced into servitude. At the NSW State Archives, he unearths the harrowing machinations of a system that deliberately fragmented his family. Blak Douglas tells his story, his way, in a gripping testament to the spirit and transformative power of art to address injustices of the past. His reflections are powerful, brutally honest and disarming, establishing him as one of the most vital voices in the Australian arts landscape.

Luca is an intense method actor with big dreams, barely making ends meet as a mechanic in suburban Athens. Desperate to audition at a prestigious acting school in New York, but without the funds to get there, Luca takes part in a heist, which places him in the orbit of Ilias and his wealthy family, including police detective uncle Vasilis. Beautifully filmed and performed by some of Greece’s finest artists, with a unique eye for Athens that only an outsider could discover, Melbourne’s award winning short filmmaker and first time feature film director Antonis Tsonis has made a powerful, reflective and suspenseful film that harks back to the French New Wave and Italian Neorealist tradition, but also utterly modern.

From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, Challengers stars Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a force of nature who makes no apologies for her game on and off the court. Married to a champion on a losing streak (Mike Faist – West Side Story), Tashi’s strategy for her husband’s redemption takes a surprising turn when he must face off against the washed-up Patrick (Josh O’Connor – The Crown) – his former best friend and Tashi’s former boyfriend. As their pasts and presents collide, and tensions run high, Tashi must ask herself, what will it cost to win.

In the near future, a team of journalists travel across the United States during a rapidly escalating civil war that has engulfed the entire nation.

A day in the lives of two convenience clerks named Dante and Randal as they annoy customers, discuss movies, and play hockey on the store roof.

Fundraiser for Junior Police Rangers Land Association In the first Despicable Me movie in seven years, Gru, the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4.

A special screening in memory of Donald Sutherland who passed away recently. Don't Look Now is directed by Nicolas Roeg (Walkabout) and features Donald Sutherland in a starring role. A married couple grieving the recent death of their young daughter are in Venice when they encounter two elderly sisters, one of whom is psychic and brings a warning from beyond.

An insomniac office worker, looking for a way to change his life, crosses paths with a devil-may-care soapmaker, forming an underground fight club that evolves into something much, much more.

Celebrating 33 years in 2024 Flickerfest remains Australia’s leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised short film festival, ensuring that we continue to present A-list short film programmes recognised amongst the best in the world with films hand-picked from the festival’s record 3,400 entries! Flickerfest, Australia’s largest Short Film Festival is excited to be returning on its National Tour to the Deckchair Cinema in Darwin showcasing the Best of Australian Shorts and Short Laughs Comedy programme highlights under the stars, all handpicked from our recent Bondi festival competitions. The short films screening are all entertaining, inspiring, award-winning and fresh from their premieres in competition at Flickerfest Bondi, giving Darwin Flickerfest audiences a window into the hottest contemporary shorts from at home and across the world today. On Saturday 27th July 6pm the Best of Australian Shorts programme screening shines a spotlight on the incredible short film talent that exists in our emerging Australian industry with a host of Australian stories honoring our unique identity and culture. Highlights include Cold Water, poignant and memorable, starring industry legend Bruce Spence, then don’t miss Ashes, with laugh-out-loud performances from comedy master’s Michael Caton and Michala Banas. A stunning local NT highlight fresh from Flickerfest Bondi is the contemporary animation Darwin Story by Darwin born and raised Natasha Tonkin, who collaborated on the film with renowned Larrakia artist Dotti J Fejo, whose Goanna imagery appears in the film. Natasha is a talented artist and animator who currently resides in the UK but whose Darwin upbringing is the inspiration for her intricate and finely crafted semi autobiographical animated film, reflecting on her own return home after a long period away. ‘Lee returns to Darwin from London when her mum is taken ill. After a chance encounter, there’s an opportunity to reflect on the past, but is she ready to think differently about the beautiful place she calls home?’ Also celebrating NT talent is First Drop, a moving production set in Alice Springs, winner of the Spark competition at DIFF 2023, written and directed by Damon van der Schuit and produced by Emma Alix Smith and Bridget May, starring a large cast and crew of Alice Springs locals. On an afternoon in Alice Springs, Ted, (Chris Haywood) a reclusive and bitter retiree is tasked with caring for his Pakistani neighbour’s 8-year-old daughter, Saleha (Thamanna Shahib), thus begins the blossoming of an unlikely friendship At 9pm don’t miss out on the delightful Short Laughs Comedy and discover a clever off-kilter selection of funny shorts from across the world. Highlights include the delightful UK short Linda by comedian Joe Lycett, about a woman whose tall tales and colorful life seem too good to be true. From Australia, laugh-out-loud at Flickerfest Alumni Jesse Vogelaar's latest short film Room For One More. Australian comedy also shines with the fun outback tale The Bank Manager, a delightfully entertaining short based on the true events of a 1932 bank heist in Cloncurry; and enjoy the highly humorous NZ film Good Luck where its introduction to life for newborns is mandatory viewing.

Celebrating 33 years in 2024 Flickerfest remains Australia’s leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised short film festival, ensuring that we continue to present A-list short film programmes recognised amongst the best in the world with films hand-picked from the festival’s record 3,400 entries! Flickerfest, Australia’s largest Short Film Festival is excited to be returning on its National Tour to the Deckchair Cinema in Darwin showcasing the Best of Australian Shorts and Short Laughs Comedy programme highlights under the stars, all handpicked from our recent Bondi festival competitions. The short films screening are all entertaining, inspiring, award-winning and fresh from their premieres in competition at Flickerfest Bondi, giving Darwin Flickerfest audiences a window into the hottest contemporary shorts from at home and across the world today. On Saturday 27th July 7pm the Best of Australian Shorts programme screening shines a spotlight on the incredible short film talent that exists in our emerging Australian industry with a host of Australian stories honoring our unique identity and culture. Highlights include Cold Water, poignant and memorable, starring industry legend Bruce Spence, then don’t miss Ashes, with laugh-out-loud performances from comedy master’s Michael Caton and Michala Banas. At 9pm don’t miss out on the delightful Short Laughs Comedy and discover a clever off-kilter selection of funny shorts from across the world. Highlights include the delightful UK short Linda by comedian Joe Lycett, about a woman whose tall tales and colorful life seem too good to be true. From Australia, laugh-out-loud at Flickerfest Alumni Jesse Vogelaar's latest short film Room For One More. Australian comedy also shines with the fun outback tale The Bank Manager, a delightfully entertaining short based on the true events of a 1932 bank heist in Cloncurry; and enjoy the highly humorous NZ film Good Luck where its introduction to life for newborns is mandatory viewing.

Set on the eve of WWII and towards the end of his life, Freud's Last Session sees Freud (Hopkins) invite iconic author C.S. Lewis for a debate over the existence of God. Exploring Freud's unique relationship with his lesbian daughter Anna and Lewis' unconventional romance with his best friend's mother, the film interweaves past, present and fantasy, bursting from the confines of Freud's study on a dynamic journey.

Fundraiser for Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia (NT)! Good girl Sandy and greaser Danny fell in love over the summer. When they unexpectedly discover they're now in the same high school, will they be able to rekindle their romance?

The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour showcases a 2 1/2 hour program of the most inspiring, heartfelt, and entertaining films celebrating adventurous women from independent filmmakers around the globe. Experience the thrill of exploration and the triumph of the human spirit as we present a unique selection of films of varying lengths and styles, shining the light on the women of the adventure world. Prepare to be captivated by stories of grit and determination, skill, and big dreams brought to life on the big screen. From mountaintop triumphs to exploration odysseys, our films will transport you to the edge of your seat and leave you feeling inspired to conquer your own challenges. This is more than just a film tour – it's a celebration of courage, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping action or heartwarming tales of triumph, the Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour has something for everyone. Join us for a night of adventure inspiration packed full of positivity. Whether you're young or young at heart, male or female, seasoned adventurer or aspiring explorer, the Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour promises to reignite your passion for life and leave you ready to tackle your next great adventure. Don't miss out on this incredible journey – get your tickets now and prepare to be inspired! ONE NIGHT ONLY! The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour is exempt from classification, but the films are suitable for all ages (although we recommend the program is best for 8 years old and above)

Screening on 25th of August is a fundraiser for St Mary's Catholic Primary School From writer and director John Krasinski, IF is about a girl who discovers that she can see everyone’s imaginary friends — and what she does with that superpower — as she embarks on a magical adventure to reconnect forgotten IFs with their kids. IF stars Cailey Fleming, Ryan Reynolds, John Krasinski, Fiona Shaw, and the voices of Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Louis Gossett Jr. and Steve Carell alongside many more as the wonderfully unique characters that reflect the incredible power of a child’s imagination.

Paul Simon follows him inside the studio making his new album Seven Psalms while looking back on his six-decade career with countless musical peaks from Sounds of Silence to Graceland.

Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she’s not alone. Maya Hawke lends her voice to Anxiety, alongside Amy Poehler as the voice of Joy. The voice cast also includes Lewis Black, Phyllis Smith, Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Ayo Edebiri, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Paul Walter Hauser, Kensington Tallman, Lilimar, Diane Lane, Kyle MacLachlan, Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green, Grace Lu and Yvette Nicole Brown. Directed by Kelsey Mann and produced by Mark Nielsen with a screenplay by Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein, “Inside Out 2” features a score by Andrea Datzman.

Fundraiser for Darwin Waterfront Warriors Paddlers Club! When a young woman is killed by a shark while skinny-dipping near the New England tourist town of Amity Island, police chief Martin Brody (Roy Scheider) wants to close the beaches, but mayor Larry Vaughn (Murray Hamilton) overrules him, fearing that the loss of tourist revenue will cripple the town. Ichthyologist Matt Hooper (Richard Dreyfuss) and grizzled ship captain Quint (Robert Shaw) offer to help Brody capture the killer beast, and the trio engage in an epic battle of man vs. nature. Steven Spielberg's original summer blockbuster broke box office records and used ground breaking techniques never see before in the cinema.

KINDS OF KINDNESS is a triptych fable, following a man without choice who tries to take control of his own life; a policeman who is alarmed that his wife who was missing-at-sea has returned and seems a different person; and a woman determined to find a specific someone with a special ability, who is destined to become a prodigious spiritual leader.

The Darwin International Film Festival program launches with the NT Premiere of Kneecap, proudly presented by DIFF and Darwin Festival. Join us for sundowner as we reveal all of the films and events taking place in the 15th Darwin International Film Festival before kicking back in a deckchair for Kneecap! Kneecap: There are 80,000 native Irish speakers in Ireland. 6,000 live in the North of Ireland. Three of them became a rap group called Kneecap. This is the real life story of how this anarchic Belfast trio became the unlikely figureheads of a civil rights movement to save their mother tongue.

Contrary. Passionate. Outspoken. Over 45 years Midnight Oil helped shape modern Australia. This is their trailblazing story for the first time on film. Midnight Oil: The Hardest Line is the authorised documentary of seminal Australian rock group tracing their origins from the politically charged atmosphere of the 1970s to their rise as global icons.

When her young son Minato starts to behave strangely, his mother feels that there is something wrong. Discovering that a teacher is responsible, she storms into the school demanding to know what's going on. But as the story unfolds through the eyes of mother, teacher and child, the truth gradually emerges.

A widowed British businessman (John Malkovich) takes a job as a butler of a manor house in France to keep alive the memories of his late French wife. His life takes a turn as he navigates the eccentric behavior of the lady of the manor and the household staff. The arrival of this very British guest spurs them back to life, prompting them to start working together to restore the manor’s former beauty. The result will be a new lease of life for the Beauvillier estate and everyone living on it.

Fifty years after his passing, we embark on a journey through his Paris, amidst sunshine and shadow, convictions, and contradictions. From a young, impoverished foreigner to a 20th-century icon. Above all, the creative energy of a revolutionary genius, and a national museum dedicated to him in the heart of the French capital. 6,000 masterpieces, 200,000 archival materials. The most extensive collection in existence for the painter who never concealed a thing about himself.

A collection of short action-packed films from the Banff Mountain Film Festival that will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish. The Radical Reels Tour shows an entirely different set of films to those screened at the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour in May. Designed to take you into the wilds and out of your comfort zone, the films feature daring footage or some of the most accomplished climbers, paddlers, wing-suit pilots, skiers, snowboarders and mountain-bike riders alive today. Each action-packed short has been hand-picked from more than 300 entries to the prestigious Banff Mountain Film Festival. The original and the best mountain film festival. The Radical Reels Tour offers up a second serving of award-winning adventurous films of the Banff Mountain Film Festival. This year, the Australian line-up showcases two-and-a-half hours of short adventure films packed full of action. Filled with wild rides, long lines, steep jumps and skilful stunts, the films celebrate the camaraderie, courage and conviction of today’s most out-there adventurers. Captivating cinematography, complete with stunning vistas shot from unbelievable vantage points, pays homage to the wild and rugged playgrounds today’s thrill-seekers explore with their mountain bikes, paddles, ropes, skis, and wing-suits in tow.

After undergoing a cutting-edge Alzheimer's treatment protocol, a former homicide detective reexamines a decade old case involving the brutal murder of a college professor - and it's as if he's investigating the case for the first time.

In the outer suburbs of Melbourne, seventeen-year-old Leo leads a seemingly typical life. Amidst hanging out with friends, bickering with his Italian family at the dinner table, going to school, and making out with his girlfriend Monique, Leo guards a secret he's afraid to confront—a hidden truth buried deep within. As Leo grapples with his inner turmoil, he finds himself unexpectedly drawn to his best friend, Boof, and the quiet, introverted boy at school named Tom. These newfound feelings force Leo to confront his true desires and come to terms with his identity. However, everything changes after a high school gathering when rumours about Leo's sexuality begin to circulate, shattering his once stable world. Faced with the fear of rejection from those closest to him, Leo must navigate the uncertain waters of acceptance and love.

Join us for a special advance preview and in-person Q&A with writer/director John Raftopolous and Executive Producer Claire Jensz (on whom the film is based), as we chat with them about their new film Take My Hand - based on a true story. This screening is proudly presented by MS Australia. Living in London, at the peak of her career, a mother of three is diagnosed with MS. Following the sudden death of her husband and the loss of her job, she moves back home to Australia; where a chance encounter with her high school sweetheart gives her renewed hope in love as she battles the disease.

It's been 30 years since Simba first appeared on our screens! Come and enjoy the Lion King and introduce a whole new generation to the magic. "Asante sana squash banana..." A Lion cub crown prince is tricked by a treacherous uncle into thinking he caused his father's death and flees into exile in despair, only to learn in adulthood his identity and his responsibilities.

In 1755, the impoverished Captain Ludvig Kahlen (Mads Mikkelsen) sets out to conquer the harsh, uninhabitable Danish heath with a seemingly impossible goal: to build a colony in the name of the King. In exchange, he’ll receive a desperately desired royal name for himself. But the sole ruler of the area, the merciless Frederik de Schinkel (Simon Bennebjerg), arrogantly believes this land belongs to him. When de Schinkel learns that the maid Ann Barbara (Amanda Collin) and her serve husband have escaped for refuge with Kahlen, the privileged and spiteful ruler swears revenge, doing everything in his power to drive the captain away. But Kahlen will not be intimated and takes up the unequal battle – not only risking his life, but also the family of outsiders that has formed around him.

Fundraiser for the Australian College of Midwives - NT Branch! The Road to Patagonia is a stunning, intimate and unflinching series of love letters within a documentary – firstly a love between two people, and secondly between humanity and the Earth. We follow Matty Hannon on an incredible solo adventure, to surf the west coast of the Americas by motorbike, from the top of Alaska to the tip of Patagonia. But deep in the wilderness - alone with the wolves and the bears - the journeyer’s plans unexpectedly fall to pieces. After losing everything, and on the cusp of quitting he meets the girl of his dreams, a permaculture farmer named Heather Hillier who throws caution to the wind and sells her urban-farm to buy a bike of her own. Together riding south, the duo meet with Zapatista rebels, Amazonian shamans and Mapuche leaders whose salient words crack the adventurers’ cultural veneer, leaving them with existential questions. The 50,000km surfing odyssey becomes beautifully complicated by their decision to downshift from motorcycles to horseback, presenting a relational approach to the breathtaking landscapes and a host of challenges that ultimately become extremely rewarding. Hannon and Hillier succeed in beautifully capturing deeply human moments during the world-first expedition, and the noticeable lack of camera-crew becomes The Road to Patagonia’s strength. The theme of deep ecology underpins the entire film, visually communicated through exquisite cinematography and emotional verité sequences. Shot over 16 years, the result is an adventurous exposé on the more-than-human world, offering a physical and spiritual odyssey to better understand our place in Nature.

Alexandre Dumas’s thrilling and beloved classic novel The Three Musketeers has spawned multiple adaptations since its publication in 1844, but none have approached the scope and spectacle of this wildly entertaining, blockbuster two-film production from director Martin Bourboulon, who assembles an all-star cast for the first French cinematic treatment in over 30 years. Set in the early 17th century kingdom of France, the opening instalment D’ARTAGNAN follows a spirited young swordsman, Charles D’Artagnan (François Civil), on his journey from Gascony to Paris to join the King’s elite Musketeers of the Guard. Along the way, he narrowly escapes death whilst heroically saving a woman from being kidnapped. In his efforts to enlist, D’Artagnan manages to offend the sensibilities of three of the most formidable Musketeers in the ranks, Athos (Vincent Cassel), Porthos (Pio Marmaï) and Aramis (Romain Duris)… But D'Artagnan soon wins them over, and his dedication to help his newfound friends and serve King Louis XIII (Louis Garrel) will lead him not only into the path of the mysterious Milady de Winter (Eva Green) and the Queen's consort Constance (Lyna Khoudri), but the heart of a conspiracy where the future of the nation itself is at stake… France’s biggest box-office success of 2023, Bourboulon’s magnificent production - lavishly produced with a budget of over €70 million - is both respectful of its source but enriched with contemporary touches; the film is chock-full of humour, romance, palace intrigue and pulse-pounding action. THE THREE MUSKETEERS: D’ARTAGNAN unquestionably delivers as a smart and hugely-involving big-screen experience for all ages. Audiences are assured of lining up for the thrilling conclusion, MILADY, within moments of the end credits.

NT Premiere with Special Guests Bill Bennett and Jennifer Cluff presenting the film on June 6th! THE WAY, MY WAY is the charming and captivating true story of a stubborn, self-centred Australian man who decides to walk the 800-kilometre-long Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route through Spain. He doesn’t know why he’s doing it… but one step at a time, it will change him and his outlook on life forever. Based on Bill Bennett’s best-selling memoir of the same name.

Meet dogs from all walks of life on the big screen at the 2024 Top Dog Film Festival. Experience the stories of unlikely agility dogs, unbreakable bonds and canine companions that enrich the lives of all those they encounter. Experience heartfelt stories of people who dedicate their lives to improving the outcomes for man’s best friend and meet a very clever dog who will steal a piece of your heart. The 2024 Top Dog Film Festival presents a 2+ hour cinematic celebration honouring the bond between dogs and their people. Filled with delightfully doggy moments of joy and celebration of our beloved canine companions. This carefully curated program of short canine-themed films is comprised of the most inspirational, heart-warming and entertaining stories about dogs and their human companions, from independent filmmakers around the globe. Get your tickets before they all sell out – you’d be barking mad to miss it.

Fundraiser for Top End Folk Club Inc.! A 1920s English seaside town bears witness to a farcical and occasionally sinister scandal in this riotous mystery comedy. Based on a stranger than fiction true story, WICKED LITTLE LETTERS follows two neighbours: deeply conservative local Edith Swan (Olivia Colman) and rowdy Irish migrant Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley). When Edith and fellow residents begin to receive wicked letters full of unintentionally hilarious profanities, foul-mouthed Rose is charged with the crime. The anonymous letters prompt a national uproar, and a trial ensues. However, as the town’s women - led by Police Officer Gladys Moss (Anjana Vasan) - begin to investigate the crime themselves, they suspect that something is amiss, and Rose may not be the culprit after all.

SCIENCE WEEK 2024 A screening to mark the launch of Science Week 2024! Meet Yahoo Serious, an off-beat, off-centre and off-the-wall cult hero who is also the writer, producer, director and star of this unorthodox version of the early life of Albert Einstein. Growing up on an apple farm in Tasmania, youthful Albert Einstein develops the theory of relativity and somehow manages to invent rock ‘n’ roll along the way.