The character of Miranda from Picnic at Hanging Rock stands between two large boulders looking up.

VCE program

Picnic at Hanging Rock VCE film program

Screening and lecture

Peter Weir | Australia | 1975 | PG

Tickets

Per student

$15

Teacher (free with student booking)

FREE

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When

Mon - Fri during school terms

10am - 1.10pm

Introduce your students to Peter Weir's haunting, Australian-gothic classic.

This program includes a screening of the film (Director's Cut), a short break and a 60-minute lecture focusing on themes, characterisation, and filmmaking techniques.

Bookings

This program is available from Mon 2 Nov 2026, and Semester 1 2027 sessions are now available.

To make a new booking, a minimum of 50 students is required.

Teachers: do you have combined English and EAL classes? Reach out to us to specify your needs regarding subtitles for this program, or alternatively, you can book an EAL session here.

Accessible screenings

Please let us know when booking about accessibility requirements to ensure easy access on the day. Both cinemas are wheelchair accessible. Free hearing devices are available for use in our cinemas. If you’d like to enquire about subtitled screenings, access to the Audio Description Channel or sensory adjustments (such as lower volume or adjusted lighting), email education@acmi.net.au before booking.

Event duration

3 hours 10 minutes

Rating

PG