BUNINYONG FILM FESTIVAL
presented by the Buninyong and District Community Bank
23 & 24 May 2025
The Buninyong Film Festival enjoys bringing highly acclaimed Australian and International films to the big screen to the historic village of Buninyong, and giving the community access to films that would not normally be seen outside of Melbourne.
A DIFFERENT MAN
FRIDAY 24 MAY, 9.15pm
1hr 55mins, USA
Aspiring actor Edward undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance. But his new dream face quickly turns into a nightmare, as he loses out on the role he was born to play and becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was lost.
KUSAMA: INFINITY
SATURDAY 24 MAY, 9am
1hr 20mins, USA
Now one of the world’s most celebrated artists, Yayoi Kusama broke free of the rigid society in which she was raised, and overcame sexism, racism, and mental illness to bring her artistic vision to the world stage. At 88 she lives in a mental hospital and continues to create art.
THE TEACHER WHO PROMISED THE SEA
SATURDAY 24 MAY, 2pm
1hr 45mins, Spain
Ariadna discovers that her grandfather has been searching for the remains of his father, who disappeared during the Civil War. Determined to help him, she travels to Burgos, where a mass grave is being excavated, and where he could be buried. During her stay there, she will learn the story of Antoni Benaiges, a young teacher from Tarragona who was her grandfather's teacher before the war. Through an innovative pedagogical method, Antoni inspired his students and made them a promise: to take them to see the sea.
THERE'S STILL TOMORROW
SATURDAY 24 MAY, 11am
1hr 58mins, Italy
In postwar Rome, a working-class woman dreams of a better future for herself and her daughter while facing abuse at the hands of her domineering husband. When a mysterious letter arrives, she discovers the courage to change the circumstances of her life.
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN
SATURDAY 24 MAY, 8pm
2hr 20min, USA
In the early 1960s, 19-year-old Bob Dylan arrives in New York with his guitar and revolutionary talent, destined to change the course of American music. Forming his most intimate relationships during his rise to fame, he grows restless with the folk movement, making a controversial choice that reverberates worldwide.
EXTRA ACTIVITESÂ FOR THE WEEKEND
Get Involved
In addition to the main Buninyong Film Festival events, there are lots of other fun and exciting activities happening all throughout the day, with something for everyone to enjoy. Check the space below to see what we have in store, and if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out and we would be more than happy to help.
FRIDAY NIGHT SUPPER
The Popular Retro Supper!
The retro supper is a staple of the Buninyong Film Festival! The supper is served between the first session and second session on Friday night and is included in your admission ticket. Enjoy an individual savoury supper this year!
FRIDAY NIGHT COCKTAIL
Enjoy a cocktail on us!
Included in your Friday night admission ticket is a free cocktail (or non-alcoholic drink).
This year we are revisiting an old favourite - Mulled Wine!
SATURDAY
LUNCH
Please enjoy the array of food venues and cafes we have in our wonderful Village.
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The Shared Table
Espresso Depot
Buninyong Bakery
Yummy Kitchen
Buninyong Pizza & Hamburger House
The Old Bluestone Cafe
Marshmallow Jam Cafe
Maggie & Kate
Kawa Japanese Sushi
Red Door Pizza
Buninyong Fish & Chips
The Buninyong Hotel
Carboni's Next Door​
HISTORIC WALK
Saturday Lunch
115pm
TBA
A guided walk discovering the trees of the Buninyong Botanic Gardens.
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Approx. 30 mins
(weather dependent)
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FREE
FESTIVAL DINNER
Saturday Night
6pm-730pm​
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TBA
OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS
Thank you to our generous sponsors without whom we could not present our Film Festival.
BUNINYONG AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY BANK
PLATINUM SPONSOR
ACCOMMODATION
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