Film

Stop by SFFTV, Sydney Film Festival’s giant outdoor screen, for free screenings, film previews, and special activations!

A celebration too big for a small screen. See the bigger picture at Sydney Film Festival, June 4-15.

A complete retrospective from one of world's great cinema artists

Audacious, cutting-edge and courageous films from around the world

Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.

Following the Premiere of The Golden Spurtle, enjoy a porridge masterclass from chef Toby Wilson, plus the film team.

Celebrate the life and legacy of Eddie Koiki Mabo

Big premieres, big screen experiences, and big nights out

The first solo museum exhibition by Warraba Weatherall, curated by Megan Robson.

Presented by Australia’s leading immersive horror brand Haus of Horror

A revealing and impactful doco with an in-person introduction from Warren Ellis

A series of experimental short films, celebrating the MCA's major winter exhibition

Experience the most chilling line uttered in cinematic history in a terrifying setting with this late-night screening

Bring the family along to the red carpet premiere of How to Train Your Dragon at Sydney Film Festival

In a world-first, Liam Young brings his visionary speculative film to life in an immersive experience like no other.

The story of a mother determined to save her daughter’s eyesight

This event features the screening of a mini documentary followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion

Enjoy a spooky edition of their daily happy hour with themed drinks and music.

An unmissable, world exclusive in-conversation between Hideo Kojima and George Miller at Sydney Film Festival

The annual Ian McPherson memorial lecture spotlights a standout member of the filmmaking community

Discover where Hollywood meets filming Down Under!

Bid farewell to the Sydney Film Festival with a special awards ceremony and the Australian Premiere of SPLITSVILLE.

A special Refugee Week screening

Screening of comedy classic WAYNE'S WORLD featuring live on stage Q&A and career retrospective with star Tia Carrere

Screening of the acclaimed new documentary ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, featuring a special pre-show acoustic performance

Screening of 90s superhero cult classic THE PHANTOM featuring live Q&A and career retrospective with star Billy Zane

A gripping two-hander about truth, trauma, and consequence.

“The Citizen Kane of Bad Movies” – Entertainment Weekly

French romantic-comedy classic Amelie, screening in a digital restoration and featuring pre-show performance

40+ speakers, 63+ workshop, 11+ professional sets & $50K+ in prizes

Special screening of cult favourite THE ROOM with live on stage Q&A with star, Greg Sestero!

A 2-hour cinematic celebration honouring the bond between dogs and their people.

Bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you.

A heart-warming performance blending theatre and technology

The legendary Ghostbuster, Ernie Hudson will be joining us for a LIVE on stage Q&A with a screening of GHOSTBUSTERS.