Featuring a fantastic ensemble cast led by Izïa Higelin, Jean-Pierre Daroussin and Noémie Lvovsky, the charming and deeply-affecting new family dramedy by Blandine Lenoir (Aurore, Annie’s Fire) follows a young woman’s efforts to reconnect to herself and her family during an unexpectedly eventful trip home.

When 35-year-old Juliette (Higelin, La Belle Saison), a children’s book illustrator, returns from Paris to her country village to spend some downtime with her loved ones, what she encounters is anything but low-key. Her harried elder sister Marylou (Sophie Guillemin, in a scene-stealing turn) is carrying on a “one-day-a-week" affair with a man from the costume shop; her grandmother is becoming frailer by the day, and her long-separated parents are feuding - he (Darroussin) is kind and wry but emotionally distant, she (Lvovsky) is wildly-revelling in the second act of her life as a free woman.

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Agathe (Camille Rutherford, Anatomy of a Fall) is seemingly living the romantic comedy dream. Working in the famous Parisian bookshop “Shakespeare & Co”, she shares an undeniable chemistry with her best friend/co-worker Félix (Pablo Pauly). However, underneath the rosy facade, Agathe is a struggling romance author stuck living with her sister and battling a severe case of writer’s block. 

Perpetually surrounded by stories of others’ desires and adventures, she longs for a romance like the ones in her favourite novels. Everything changes when Agathe is unexpectedly invited to a prestigious Jane Austen residency in England. 

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A film by Miki Magasiva

Samoan teacher Mareta Percival is struggling following a huge personal loss in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. Reluctantly taking on the role of substitute teacher at an elite, wealthy private school - she is surprised to find children crying out for guidance, inspiration and love.

Using the symphony of her culture to empower her students, she forms a choir, bringing them together while unexpectedly rediscovering her passion again for being a teacher and mother.

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On the sunny French Riviera, a family revelation spirals into a mischievous journey brimming with love, vengeance and surprises. No one ever said family was easy and who could resist retribution by the seaside?

François is a former military man who is making the most of his retirement alongside his wife Annie, the only person who seems to be able to put up with his foul temper and demands! Authoritarian, and uncompromising, he rules his family with an iron fist. When he discovers that his wife, who he always held in high esteem, cheated on him 40 years ago, he sees only one solution: to file for divorce and confront her former lover who now lives in Nice. But at 73 years old, and after 50 years of marriage, is this really a good move? And wouldn't this risk blowing up the already fragile family balance?

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Join Cult Classic Lismore these school holidays for a special family matinee screening of this beloved 80s classic. Gremlins. All tickets $10

A film by Levan Akin

Lia, a retired teacher living in Georgia, made a promise to find her long lost niece Tekla. The search takes her to Istanbul, a beautiful city that seems full of connections and possibilities. There she meets Evrim, a lawyer fighting for trans rights, and Tekla starts to feel closer than ever...

The chance of winning the lottery is one in 19 million - less likely than being struck by lightning, they say. But for the characters of Lucky Winners, this dream quickly turns into an explosive and hilarious nightmare. This rollercoaster of a black comedy explores themes of sudden fortune and its unexpected consequences. An all-star ensemble cast brings this thrilling tale to life.

Strong Nudity and Sex Scenes

After establishing herself as one of France’s most popular and successful comediennes, the multi-talented Laure Calamy follows Full Time with another dramatic tour-de-force in writer/director Anne-Sophie Bailly’s deeply affecting MY EVERYTHING.

Calamy plays single, middle-aged beautician Mona, completely dedicated to her 30-year-old son Joël (Charles Peccia Galletto), who lives with a neurological disability. Joël works in a specialised facility and is secretly in love with co-worker Océane; while Mona knows nothing of their relationship, all is revealed when it becomes evident that Océane is pregnant.

Mature themes, coarse language and sexual references

Inspired by true events, Teddy Lussi-Modeste’s gripping new morality thriller – co-written by Venice Golden Bear winner Audrey Diwan - stars the exceptional François Civil (The Three Musketeers, Beating Hearts, Who You Think I Am?) as a dedicated young educator whose world is upended when he is accused of misconduct by a teenage student.

Totone, 18 years old, spends most of his time drinking beers and partying in the Jura region with his group of friends. But reality catches up with him: he has to take care of his 7-year-old sister and find a way to make a living. He then sets out to make the best Comté cheese in the region, the one that would win him the gold medal at the agricultural competition and 30,000 euros.

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She-nanigans is a women’s comedy showcase and NORWACS fundraiser in one. Laugh along with headliner Emma Zammit and local comedians Grace Hogan, Lainie Chait, Haylz Carter and Slappy Tee, with MC Odette. Two good deeds with one ticket!

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The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission - bringing the best short cycling films from around the world together for you.

Showcasing 2.5 hours of riveting bike films that have everything a cycle-centric audience could want – action, drama, humour, and plenty of inspiration. The evening is unashamedly and utterly, utterly, utterly designed and devised to delight the two-wheel devotee!

These short films are a great reminder of why we love to ride our bike; with stories that captivate us, stories that move us, and most importantly of all – inspiring us to get out and ride.  All celebrate the fun, adventure, and joy that cycling enables.

So...listen to the voice inside you; it’s telling you to go. Grab your mates, GO ON… grab your bike and come along for the ride!!

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