Tickets
When
Sat 21 Jun - Sat 28 Jun 2025
See below for additional related events
A lesbian love story meets Chinese family drama in this witty and heartfelt rom-com about identity, secrecy and second chances.
Wil is a young Chinese-American surgeon navigating her closeted relationship with a dancer – all while her conservative mother unexpectedly moves in, pregnant out of wedlock and shunned by their tight-knit community. As secrets unravel and generations collide, Saving Face crafts a feel-good story about love, tradition and the courage to live truthfully.
Alice Wu’s feature debut was one of the first mainstream lesbian films centred on Asian-American characters. With a warm blend of humour and heartache, Saving Face broke ground for queer Asian representation in Western cinema. Over the years, it has become a cult classic and a touchstone for LGBTQIA+ audiences seeking joy and relatability on screen.
Curated by the Chinese Independent Film Foundation and Beijing Queer Film Festival.
Focus on Queer 中文 Cinema (Thu 19 Jun – Mon 7 Jul 2025)
There are no upcoming related events at this time.
Program Passes
See more films in this program for less
3-Session Passes
Full $48, Concession $42, Member $39
6-Session Passes
Full $90, Concession $78, Member $72
ACMI Cinemas
No one does cinema quite like ACMI. Big screen premieres to must-see classics. 200m from Flinders St station.
Plan your visit
Visitor guidelines, information on accessibility, amenities, transport, dining options and more.
ACMI Membership
Experience ACMI in the very best way. Get a range of discounts and invitations to exclusive previews.
Stories & Ideas
Go behind the screens. Essays, videos, interviews and more.