SPECIAL Q&A SCREENING WITH Jed Fasso and Bodhi Genis. Beyond Borders Patagonia is an exploration of Chile’s wild frontiers. A journey rooted in Chilean culture, perfect waves, snow-capped peaks and barren deserts. The film follows surfer and filmmaker Jed Fasso alongside a close-knit crew of cinematographers, surfers and snowboarders as they push deep into Patagonia. All chasing a shared dream: to discover a new wave and a hidden mountain in the Andes. With no blueprint and no guarantee of outcome, the journey is a testament to wild adventure, and a reminder that stepping into the unknown can unlock an incredible world of stories, challenges, and a deeper sense of who we are.

Maria Angeles is a 74-year-old woman who belongs to the Spanish community of Tangier and enjoys the quietness of her life in the colorful Moroccan costal town. When her daughter decides to sell her home, she is forced out against her will. She sets off to reclaim her home and furniture, which have been sold to a vintage dealer. Through this encounter, she unexpectedly rediscovers the possibility of love and sensuality.

A triumph! A spectacle! A fuzzy wuzzy cuddle puddle! The world's #1 cat-themed movie is back this August - fur a limited time only in cinemas! CatVideoFest is a joyous cinema experience for all ages featuring the latest and best cat videos from around the world. It’s also the feel-good event of the year, as a percentage of every ticket sold supports animal rescue organisations. People love cat videos, and they love coming together. CatVideoFest is committed to bringing feline happiness to the big screen, while giving back to the community of people working to help cats in need.

Q&A SCREENING WITH DIRECTOR KANE GUGLIELMI + PANEL OF SPECIAL GUESTS. Common Wealth is an intimate yet globally minded documentary that follows filmmaker Kane Guglielmi on a personal journey to question the economic and political systems that shape modern life. Raised within a conservative, capitalist worldview, Guglielmi travels across eight countries, including Switzerland, Australia, Norway, Mexico, Singapore, the UK, Italy and the USA, exploring alternative models that prioritise compassion, fairness, community and shared prosperity. What begins as a search for answers evolves into a thoughtful exploration of how societies might build greater unity and equity in an increasingly divided world. Gentle in spirit yet ambitious in scope, Common Wealth is both a deeply personal story and a hopeful call to reimagine the structures that define how we live together.

A sharp, funny and delightfully subversive leap through time, Cycle of Time follows Hélène (Elsa Zylberstein) and Michel (Didier Bourdon), living a quiet family life in a small 1950s French town, when a sudden twist catapults them - and their two children - into 2025. Everything familiar has vanished - technology, social codes and the pace of life . As they confront new ways of thinking & living, the question becomes not just how they will adapt - but whether they even want to. With humour, charm and an eye for social detail, Cycle of Time invites us to rediscover the present through the eyes of two people from another era, asking: when the future arrives without warning, what do we hold onto - and what do we let go?

This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo. She was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. Guided with interview, commentary and Frida’s own words, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN uncovers that this, however, was not a life defined by tragedy. Featuring key exhibitions and interviews with world-renowned Kahlo curators, EXHIBITION ON SCREEN explores the extraordinary symbolism and themes in these personal canvases to seek a deeper understanding of the real Frida Kahlo. Using cinema to take an up-close and intimate look at her works we examine how great an artist she can be considered. Displaying a treasure trove of colour and a feast of vibrancy on screen, this personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, men, women, politics and her cultural heritage. We might think we already know Frida Kahlo – the image of floral crowns, big brows and folk style clothing have made her a muse to generations – but what lies beneath the surface of this intensely passionate woman?

The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is proud to celebrate its 20th anniversary in 2026, marking two decades of unforgettable stories, breathtaking landscapes, and a community bound by a passion for fly fishing. This milestone year promises to be a landmark event, as the tour kicks off with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films from across the globe.

Professional climber Emily Harrington has summited Everest, 8000-meter peaks, and dominated the competition circuit but, her greatest challenge extends beyond the physical. To cement her legacy in the male dominated world of elite rock climbing, she sets her sights on a career-defining 24-hour ascent of Yosemite’s El Capitan. Caught between the pursuit of personal ambition and the ticking biological clock of life, a near-fatal fall forces Emily to reckon with what she’s willing to risk. Equal parts gripping survival story and intimate portrait, Girl Climber isn’t just about breaking records, it’s about breaking barriers. Amongst Yosemite’s legendary boy’s club, Emily isn’t proving she is the best *Girl Climber-- she's proving she is one of the best. Period.

Content Advisory: This film contains themes of suicide and a depiction of suicide that some viewers may find distressing As people search for a personal compass, Matthieu (Pierre Niney - Yves Saint Laurent) has become France’s most followed personal development coach, drawing huge crowds with promises of clarity, empowerment and transformation. But behind the polished image, something darker is taking shape. As his influence grows, so does his hold over his followers. Emotional dependence replaces self-discovery, and persuasion slips into control. Directed by Yann Gozlan (Black Box), Guru follows Matthieu as his loyal inner circle grows and scrutiny from critics and authorities intensifies. His rise becomes increasingly perilous, tipping into obsession, manipulation and collapse. How far can a guru go before his promise of liberation becomes a loss of freedom?

In 1970s New Zealand, young Brian is devastated by the loss of his mother and determined to stop his dad from marrying the woman he sees as her replacement. Convinced he can reach his mother through prayer and penance, Brian finds refuge at a run-down convent with three delightfully eccentric elderly nuns. But when he overhears plans to shut the convent down and split the sisters apart, sending the most vulnerable to a terrifying institution, Brian sparks an unlikely mission: escape to find a former nun-turned-lawyer who might just save them all. All proceeds to go to the Rotary Club of Erina’s international projects

An intimate documentary following Johnson's journey from surfer to filmmaker to world-renowned musician through rare archives and present-day reflections on how experience, friendship, and exploration shaped his sound and stories.

From Grégory Gadebois (the much-loved star of Delicious) and director Éric Besnard (Delicious) comes a powerful and deeply human reimagining of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables. Stripping back the spectacle, this is the story of the man at its centre — and the moment that changed everything. Fresh from nineteen years in prison, Jean Valjean arrives in a small Provençal town, feared and rejected wherever he goes. One act of unexpected kindness offers him a choice that will shape the rest of his life. Superbly filmed, this exploration of justice, empathy and moral redemption is elevated by Gadebois’ towering performance. A spurned man transformed by compassion, Valjean feels newly alive here — a timeless story, told with clarity, heart and real emotional weight.

In Disney's live-action reimagining of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Laga'aia) answers the Ocean's call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.

One summer evening, Suzanne (Juliette Armanet) arrives unannounced at her sister Jeanne’s home with her two young children. The visit is unsettling. The sisters have not seen each other for months, and Suzanne seems distant, unreadable and quietly troubled. The next morning, Jeanne (Camille Cottin - Killing Eve) wakes to find her sister gone, leaving behind only a farewell letter and her two children. Suddenly responsible for her niece and nephew, Jeanne must put her own life on hold and confront the silence Suzanne leaves behind. Directed by Nathan Ambrosioni, Out of Love is a deeply affecting family drama about sisterhood, absence and what it means to be there for those we love, even when they choose to leave.

In 18th century Venice, 20-year-old violin virtuoso Cecilia lives at the Pièta orphanage, where, despite her talent, she remains confined, knowing that marriage is the only way out. Yet, her life takes a turn after she meets Antonio Vivaldi, a brilliant and ambitious composer who becomes the new violin teacher. Guided by Vivaldi and his music, Cecilia finds the strength to challenge the destiny that once seemed inevitable.

Our Showtime Luncheon includes a light luncheon of fresh fish & chips from local Avoca Beach Seafoods, tea, cake & coffee followed by the film of the month. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL for catering & close at 12pm the day before the event. In 1970s New Zealand, young Brian is devastated by the loss of his mother and determined to stop his dad from marrying the woman he sees as her replacement. Convinced he can reach his mother through prayer and penance, Brian finds refuge at a run-down convent with three delightfully eccentric elderly nuns. But when he overhears plans to shut the convent down and split the sisters apart, sending the most vulnerable to a terrifying institution, Brian sparks an unlikely mission: escape to the Southern Alps to find a former nun-turned-lawyer who might just save them all.

Our Showtime Luncheon includes a light luncheon of fresh fish & chips from local Avoca Beach Seafoods, tea, cake & coffee followed by the film of the month. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL for catering & close at 12pm the day before the event. In Disney's live-action reimagining of the beloved Oscar®-nominated animated adventure, Moana (Catherine Laga'aia) answers the Ocean's call and, for the first time, voyages beyond the reef of her island of Motunui with the infamous demigod Maui (Dwayne Johnson) on an unforgettable journey to restore prosperity to her people.

The estranged children of a once-famous artist hire a forger to complete his unfinished works so they can be "discovered" and sold after his death.

Claes Bang (The Square) leads this sharp, darkly comic and thought-provoking true story from director Stéphane Demoustier. Paris, 1982. To everyone’s surprise, an unknown Danish architect wins the competition to design the Great Arch of La Défense — a building to match and complement the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. His bold, modern vision quickly becomes the talk of the city. What follows is a fascinating clash between creativity and compromise, as politics, budgets and egos begin to reshape the dream, forcing the couple to question whether the pursuit of perfection is worth the emotional and physical toll. Alongside his steadfast partner (the marvellous Sidse Babett Knudsen), the question becomes unavoidable. Stylish, intelligent and quietly gripping — a story that stays with you and sparks conversation long after.

All funds raised will go towards Horse Aid. The Healing explores a life-saving welfare program that brings traumatised ex-racehorses and traumatised military veterans together to help heal each other. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Southern Highlands of NSW, The Healing is an inspiring journey of recovery that immerses us in the emotional drama of two very different worlds. The stakes are literally life and death for the thoroughbreds and veterans participating in the in the film. All were highly trained, regimented and of great service and value to their employers, but were then discarded and left to fend for themselves. The two vulnerable groups are brought together by professional horseman Scott Brodie, whose unique system of retraining teaches both horses and humans new skills that build trust, patience and confidence. In an extraordinary mutual-healing, the horses are retrained for second careers as equestrian, therapy or recreational horses. The veterans regain their pride and focus, return to work and repair relationships with family and friends. The Healing has created enormous interest in Scott’s groundbreaking program, which can revolutionise the way the Australian Defence Force and Racing Industry responds to the crisis afflicting veterans and ex-racehorses. Urgent change is needed and we need to act now.

Isabelle Huppert leads this sharp, darkly comic tale inspired by one of France’s most astonishing real-life scandals — the billionaire heiress to the L’Oréal fortune and doyenne of Parisian society meets Pierre-Alain Fantin (Laurent Lafitte, The Count of Monte Cristo), a vivacious dandy, and the two quickly become inseparable. Their friendship surprises, amuses and increasingly unsettles those around them — a relationship where influence grows and boundaries begin to blur. As questions surface and loyalties shift, the consequences become impossible to ignore. Stylish, witty and deliciously entertaining, this is a story of power, privilege and persuasion. With twists too good to spoil, this wildly entertaining film became a major box-office hit in France for good reason.

The toys are back and this time, Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang's jobs are challenged when they come face-to-face with Lilypad (voice of Greta Lee), a brand-new tablet device that arrives with her own disruptive ideas about what is best for their kid, Bonnie. Will playtime ever be the same?

A talented piano tuner’s meticulous skills for tuning pianos lead him to discover an unexpected aptitude for cracking safes, turning his life upside down.

Marguerite (Laure Calamy, How to Make a Killing) sees no reason to refuse her ex-husband Fred (Vincent Macaigne, Three Friends) when he asks for an official Catholic Church annulment of their marriage. They share a child, she has rebuilt her life with a new partner and teenage daughter, and she is genuinely pleased to learn that Fred hopes to marry Chloé. To satisfy the Church authorities, the former spouses must prove that their marriage was destined to fail. What starts as a simple formality turns into an unexpected emotional journey, as old memories, moments of tenderness and the cracks that once separated them resurface. WHAT IS LOVE? explores love’s complexities with humour and heart, leaving you with a smile as you exit the cinema.

ONE SESSION ONLY!! Warwick Thornton's 'Wolfram' unfolds in 1932 Central Australia and is the follow-up film to his acclaimed 'Sweet Country' (2017). Aboriginal children are forced into "wolfram" (tungsten) mining until violence entangles them with ruthless outlaws. At the heart of the story is Pansy (Deborah Mailman) who is longing for her stolen children. A tightly wrought frontier western rooted in real family history, 'Wolfram' sees Aboriginal siblings Max and Kid forced to work in the mines under Billy's control. When Billy dies suddenly, Max is kidnapped by outlaws Frank and Casey, while Kid refuses to let him go. At Kennedy's station, the brothers encounter Philomac, the boy from 'Sweet Country' (2017), now older and indentured. Brought together by circumstance, the three seize a fragile chance to escape before dawn, pursued by Kennedy and the outlaws in a relentless chase across the desert. Along the way they find temporary refuge with Chinese miners Shi and Jimmi. At the story's emotional core is Pansy, a mother longing for the return of her lost generation. 'Wolfram' is a taut western of kinship, survival and colonial reckoning in the Central Desert.