Current Films
Tickets are $15.00 across the board, unless noted otherwise
Roadkill
FAR OUT! Presents:
ROADKILL (1989)
(from Canada!)
One night only: Tue 30 April
doors at 5:30pm, show at 6:30pm
Booking recommended 027 590 2117
Put your party hat on for this one. A real fun 1980’s rock’n roll road movie straight out of Canada! The film tells the story of a young woman named Ramona who is sent out to the wilds of Northern Ontario by her music promoter boss to find “Children of Paradise'', a wayward rock band whose singer has gone missing mid-tour. There’s only one problem, Ramona can’t drive. Armed with only a walkman and the clothes on her back she embarks on a journey that introduces her to a slew of oddball characters, including a cab driver with ties to Elvis Presly, a film director in search of a muse, a singer who’s lost his voice, and an aspiring serial killer determined to make it big. With the help of this strange group, Ramona hopes to push beyond her limits and mount a rock n’ roll show for the ages!
One of the defining films of the Toronto New Wave. ROADKILL immediately turned heads in 1989 with its freewheeling punk rock style - and a memorable appearance by the one and only JOEY RAMONE. Boosting a now- legendary soundtrack full of local Canadian bands (and also the Ramones), this wickedly funny and enduringly hip DIY joyride will not disappoint. Buckle up!
ROADKILL (1989)
(from Canada!)
One night only: Tue 30 April
doors at 5:30pm, show at 6:30pm
Booking recommended 027 590 2117
Put your party hat on for this one. A real fun 1980’s rock’n roll road movie straight out of Canada! The film tells the story of a young woman named Ramona who is sent out to the wilds of Northern Ontario by her music promoter boss to find “Children of Paradise'', a wayward rock band whose singer has gone missing mid-tour. There’s only one problem, Ramona can’t drive. Armed with only a walkman and the clothes on her back she embarks on a journey that introduces her to a slew of oddball characters, including a cab driver with ties to Elvis Presly, a film director in search of a muse, a singer who’s lost his voice, and an aspiring serial killer determined to make it big. With the help of this strange group, Ramona hopes to push beyond her limits and mount a rock n’ roll show for the ages!
One of the defining films of the Toronto New Wave. ROADKILL immediately turned heads in 1989 with its freewheeling punk rock style - and a memorable appearance by the one and only JOEY RAMONE. Boosting a now- legendary soundtrack full of local Canadian bands (and also the Ramones), this wickedly funny and enduringly hip DIY joyride will not disappoint. Buckle up!
Before Dawn
ANZAC DAY SPECIAL SCREENING - Thursday, 25 April at 7pm
Directed by Jordon Prince-Wright
Based on real life war diaries, Before Dawn is an epic retelling of one of Australia’s biggest victories during WW1.
Jim Collins, a young man from the outback, leaves his family-run sheep station to join the ANZAC and fight on the western front with hopes of making a difference. Soon, the realities of the muddy, ruthless, and entirely unforgiving war takes its toll on Jim. As the men in the battalion are whittled away and hope becomes a distant memory, a final chance at redemption at the Battle of the Hindenburg Line, one of Australia’s greatest WW1 military victories. Jim must risk death or forever carry the burden of leaving yet another man behind.
Directed by Jordon Prince-Wright
Based on real life war diaries, Before Dawn is an epic retelling of one of Australia’s biggest victories during WW1.
Jim Collins, a young man from the outback, leaves his family-run sheep station to join the ANZAC and fight on the western front with hopes of making a difference. Soon, the realities of the muddy, ruthless, and entirely unforgiving war takes its toll on Jim. As the men in the battalion are whittled away and hope becomes a distant memory, a final chance at redemption at the Battle of the Hindenburg Line, one of Australia’s greatest WW1 military victories. Jim must risk death or forever carry the burden of leaving yet another man behind.
The Holdovers
STARTING 19 APRIL
Directed by Alexander Payne
Oscar-winning filmmaker Alexander Payne and Oscar-nominated actor Paul Giamatti reunite after 2004's Sideways for this Christmas comedy drama set in the '70s.
A curmudgeonly, universally disliked teacher, his trouble-making 15-year-old student, and the school's African American cook, who recently lost her son in Vietnam, are thrown together as they remain at Deerfield Academy over the course of the holidays in 1970.
The film was named one of the top 10 films of 2023 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute, and received many other accolades, including two wins at the Golden Globe Awards and the British Academy Film Awards; Randolph won the Best Supporting Actress award at both ceremonies. The Holdovers also received five nominations at the 96th Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Giamatti; Randolph won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Directed by Alexander Payne
Oscar-winning filmmaker Alexander Payne and Oscar-nominated actor Paul Giamatti reunite after 2004's Sideways for this Christmas comedy drama set in the '70s.
A curmudgeonly, universally disliked teacher, his trouble-making 15-year-old student, and the school's African American cook, who recently lost her son in Vietnam, are thrown together as they remain at Deerfield Academy over the course of the holidays in 1970.
The film was named one of the top 10 films of 2023 by the National Board of Review and the American Film Institute, and received many other accolades, including two wins at the Golden Globe Awards and the British Academy Film Awards; Randolph won the Best Supporting Actress award at both ceremonies. The Holdovers also received five nominations at the 96th Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Actor for Giamatti; Randolph won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
The Trust Fall: Julian Assange
STARTING 18 APRIL
Directed by Kym Staton
Filmmaker Kym Staton directs this documentary on Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, and the global impact of his work. Despite being detained, silenced and hidden from public view in maximum security Belmarsh Prison, multi-award-winning Australian journalist and publisher Julian Assange has become one of the loudest voices for free speech of our times... The Trust Fall: Julian Assange examines the meaning and significance of the insights that WikiLeaks shared with the world, the resulting behaviour of the governments involved, the extraordinary personal risk taken by Assange, and the wider fundamental issues around press freedom that affect all of us and our right to know.
Examining the motives of this peace activist and innovator, this astounding, shocking and inspiring film invites viewers to embark on a journey of understanding, where the circumstances are unprecedented, and the destination unexpected.
“If wars can be started by lies, peace can be started by truth”
- Julian Assange
Directed by Kym Staton
Filmmaker Kym Staton directs this documentary on Julian Assange, founder of WikiLeaks, and the global impact of his work. Despite being detained, silenced and hidden from public view in maximum security Belmarsh Prison, multi-award-winning Australian journalist and publisher Julian Assange has become one of the loudest voices for free speech of our times... The Trust Fall: Julian Assange examines the meaning and significance of the insights that WikiLeaks shared with the world, the resulting behaviour of the governments involved, the extraordinary personal risk taken by Assange, and the wider fundamental issues around press freedom that affect all of us and our right to know.
Examining the motives of this peace activist and innovator, this astounding, shocking and inspiring film invites viewers to embark on a journey of understanding, where the circumstances are unprecedented, and the destination unexpected.
“If wars can be started by lies, peace can be started by truth”
- Julian Assange
Frances Hodgkins, Anything but a Still Life
ENCORE SCREENING
Sunday, 28 April at 6:30pm
Director Blandine Massiet du Biest's debut feature film explores the life and art of celebrated New Zealand painter Frances Hodgkins.
Spending much of her life and career in Europe, Hodgkins was a modernist painter whose work continues to inspire contemporary New Zealand artists. The film retraces Hodgkins' footsteps, taking viewers to the places she lived and worked, and shedding light on the challenges she faced and her unwavering commitment to her craft. Featuring insights from experts like Mary Kisler, Linda Tyler, Joanne Drayton and Jonathan Gooderham, as well as creatives such as Kate Sylvester and Star Gossage, the film celebrates Hodgkins' courage and determination as a pioneering woman in the arts, and her enduring legacy as a role model for women everywhere.
Sunday, 28 April at 6:30pm
Director Blandine Massiet du Biest's debut feature film explores the life and art of celebrated New Zealand painter Frances Hodgkins.
Spending much of her life and career in Europe, Hodgkins was a modernist painter whose work continues to inspire contemporary New Zealand artists. The film retraces Hodgkins' footsteps, taking viewers to the places she lived and worked, and shedding light on the challenges she faced and her unwavering commitment to her craft. Featuring insights from experts like Mary Kisler, Linda Tyler, Joanne Drayton and Jonathan Gooderham, as well as creatives such as Kate Sylvester and Star Gossage, the film celebrates Hodgkins' courage and determination as a pioneering woman in the arts, and her enduring legacy as a role model for women everywhere.
Poor Things
STARTING 11 APRIL
Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos
A fantastical evolution story of a young woman (Emma Stone) in Victorian London, brought back to life via brain transplant by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe), and embarks on an odyssey of self-discovery. Based on the 1992 award-winning novel by Alasdair Gray, co-starring Emmy nominees Margaret Qualley (Maid) and Ramy Youssef (Ramy) alongside Christopher Abbott (Possessor) and Oscar nominee Mark Ruffalo.
Named one of the top ten films of 2023 and winner of numerous awards.
Best Actress (Emma Stone), Production Design, Costume Design, Makeup and Hairstyling, Oscars 2024;Best Leading Actress (Emma Stone), Costume Design, Makeup and Hair, Production Design, and Special Visual Effects, BAFTAs 2024; Golden Lion winner at Venice Film Festival 2023. Best Film – Musical or Comedy and Best Actress – Musical or Comedy (Emma Stone), Golden Globes 2024.
Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos
A fantastical evolution story of a young woman (Emma Stone) in Victorian London, brought back to life via brain transplant by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter (Willem Dafoe), and embarks on an odyssey of self-discovery. Based on the 1992 award-winning novel by Alasdair Gray, co-starring Emmy nominees Margaret Qualley (Maid) and Ramy Youssef (Ramy) alongside Christopher Abbott (Possessor) and Oscar nominee Mark Ruffalo.
Named one of the top ten films of 2023 and winner of numerous awards.
Best Actress (Emma Stone), Production Design, Costume Design, Makeup and Hairstyling, Oscars 2024;Best Leading Actress (Emma Stone), Costume Design, Makeup and Hair, Production Design, and Special Visual Effects, BAFTAs 2024; Golden Lion winner at Venice Film Festival 2023. Best Film – Musical or Comedy and Best Actress – Musical or Comedy (Emma Stone), Golden Globes 2024.
Io Capitano
STARTING 28 MARCH
Directed by Matteo Garrone
Tells the adventurous journey of two young men, Seydou and Moussa, who leave Dakar to reach Europe. A contemporary Odyssey through the pitfalls of the desert, the horrors of detention centres in Libya and the dangers of the sea.
Shortlisted for Best International Feature at the 2024 Academy Awards, Golden Globe Nominee, Winner of Best Director at the Venice Film Festival, and numerous other awards, Io Capitano is one of the standout films of the year.
“A Hero’s Journey… Utterly Stunning”.
Indiewire
Wolof with English subtitles
Directed by Matteo Garrone
Tells the adventurous journey of two young men, Seydou and Moussa, who leave Dakar to reach Europe. A contemporary Odyssey through the pitfalls of the desert, the horrors of detention centres in Libya and the dangers of the sea.
Shortlisted for Best International Feature at the 2024 Academy Awards, Golden Globe Nominee, Winner of Best Director at the Venice Film Festival, and numerous other awards, Io Capitano is one of the standout films of the year.
“A Hero’s Journey… Utterly Stunning”.
Indiewire
Wolof with English subtitles