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The Australian Centre for the Moving Image

Our guide to what's happening at ACMI. You can expect guerilla fashion shows, exhibitions, tinsel takeovers, book launches and more.

Events

9th Aug 2019 – 30th Jun 2020

Rain Room at Jackalope Pavilion

The immersive art hit has already been explored (and Instagrammed) by half a million people overseas. Now the renowned installation is in Melbourne.

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Where to Experience ACMI While the Museum Is Closed for Redevelopment

articleThe Australian Centre for the Moving Image is closing for a $40 million redevelopment. In partnership with ACMI, we detail where to see ACMI’s films, festivals and pop-ups.

Viva Varda

EntertainmentThis winter ACMI is celebrating the prolific “godmother of French new wave”: Agnès Varda.

Three International Film Directors Celebrated at ACMI

EntertainmentA series of films highlight the work of must-see directors from Germany, Iran and Mexico.

Film and Cultural Talks at ACMI in May

EntertainmentThroughout May, ACMI will take a deep dive into discussions on film, censorship, storytelling and pop culture.

A Curator’s Guide to ACMI’s Screen Worlds Exhibition

EntertainmentBe one of the 4.6 million people to visit this decade-long exhibition before it closes. In partnership with ACMI, we discover dating robots named Dexter, a classic Dame Edna dress and a Matrix simulation – all in one place.

International Women’s Day at ACMI

EntertainmentA special celebration of women and non-binary folk through the mediums of cinema, music, virtual reality, workshops, light installations and more.

VRx3 series at ACMI

EntertainmentDelve into ACMI’s recent virtual reality commissions, as well as the new work from Emmy winner Lynette Wallworth.

Non-Fiction at ACMI

EntertainmentA diverse two-week showcase of non-fiction films, many making their debut. Stick around after for the Q&As.

A Guide to Surviving The Clock at ACMI

EntertainmentChristian Marclay’s film is a 24-hour endurance test for cinephiles. In partnership with ACMI, we help you prepare for a marathon viewing.

Four Ways to Escape the Heat This Summer

EntertainmentNot every moment of summer can be spent absorbing those UV rays. In partnership with ACMI, here are four of the best activities you can enjoy in the shade.

The Clock at ACMI

EntertainmentChristian Marclay’s highly anticipated Melbourne debut – which you’ll need (literally) all day to see.

Skate Kitchen and Minding the Gap at ACMI

EntertainmentA double feature of skateboarding films debuts this summer at ACMI.

Cleverman: The Exhibition at ACMI

EntertainmentThe acclaimed ABC sci-fi series gets its own in-depth exhibition.

ACMI Conversations Series

EntertainmentA wealth of talent is gathering to talk tech, sex, climate, race, connectivity, and more.

Last Weekend of Wonderland

EntertainmentYour last chance to descend into the tea party.

ACMI: Sundance Film Festival Shorts

EntertainmentA slice of the cult US film festival comes to the CBD.

ACMI Cinemas: Lucrecia Martel

EntertainmentA retrospective of this Argentinian firebrand includes the exclusive screening of a new masterpiece.

A Tinsel Takeover at ACMI

EntertainmentA Brisbane-based artist is setting a Melbourne institution a-sparkle during Melbourne Fashion Week. In partnership with ACMI, we speak to self-professed tinsel maven, Rachel Burke.

The Beehive: Who Killed Juanita Nielsen?

EntertainmentA new ACMI + ArtBank commission blends true crime, art and political activism to explore an unsolved murder.

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