When
Thu 22 May – Mon 2 Jun 2025
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Keep up with the competition – see the most recent films by the competing filmmakers at Cannes.
With the 78th Cannes Film Festival fast approaching, we're spotlighting past works by the filmmakers selected to screen in competition. Get up to speed with their most recent films so you can hit the ground running when the fresh crop of Cannes films land on Australian shores.
To kick off our program we're screening a free session of short films by Jafar Panahi whose new film A Simple Accident will compete for the coveted Palme d'Or.
We'll present the Australian Premiere of Ukrainian director Sergei Loznitsa's 2024 film The Invasion which chronicles life in his home country under attack by Russia. Their films will screen alongside festival regulars Joachim Trier, Kelly Reichardt and Dominik Moll.
Join us at ACMI Cinemas as we keep up with the competitors; prepare yourself for some truly remarkable films coming your way.
– Reece Goodwin, Curator (Film & TV)
Program Passes
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3-Session Passes
Full $48, Concession $42, Member $39
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