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Thursday 6 November 2025 – 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

We Were Dangerous (2024), directed by Josephine Stewart-Te Whiu, is a poignant New Zealand drama set in 1954. It follows Māori teenagers Nellie and Daisy, who are sent to the Te Motu School for Incorrigible and Delinquent Girls after being arrested for shoplifting. There, they meet Lou, a European girl institutionalised for her relationship with a female tutor. Under the strict supervision of the devout Matron, the girls endure oppressive reprogramming aimed at erasing their identities. As their friendship deepens, they resist the institution’s control, culminating in a daring escape.

The film explores themes of colonialism, resilience, and the enduring power of female solidarity.

New Zealand, 2024, Rated M. DRAMA 1hr22min

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, contact thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Thursday 2 October 2025 – 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

Wicked Little Letters is a 2023 British black comedy. Set in the 1920s seaside town of Littlehampton, the film is inspired by the true story of the “Littlehampton libels.” The narrative follows Edith Swan (Olivia Colman), a devout Christian spinster, who begins receiving a series of obscene and anonymous letters. Suspicion quickly falls on her outspoken Irish neighbour, Rose Gooding (Jessie Buckley), leading to Rose’s arrest and a potential loss of custody of her daughter. As the scandal escalates, a young female police officer, Gladys Moss (Anjana Vasan), takes it upon herself to uncover the truth.

The film delves into themes of societal prejudice, gender roles, and the power of community, all while delivering sharp wit and period charm.

UK 2023 (MA15+) COMEDY/DRAMA/MYSTERY

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, contact thursdaypictures@gmail.com

SURVIVAL OF KINDNESS screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 4 September 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown. Rated M, Australian, 2022, Running Time 1hr 36min.

The Survival of Kindness is a 2022 Australian drama directed by Rolf de Heer. The film follows a mysterious Black woman known only as BlackWoman, who is left to die in a cage in the desert. After escaping, she embarks on a harrowing journey through a dystopian landscape marked by cruelty, oppression, and racial violence. With minimal dialogue, the film uses powerful visuals and symbolism to explore themes of humanity, resilience, and systemic injustice. As BlackWoman seeks freedom and connection, her odyssey becomes a haunting allegory for colonisation and survival. 

The film challenges viewers with its stark, poetic storytelling.

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, contact thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Wednesday 6 – Sunday 10 August 2025  This year we support and provide film in 4 towns across the Corangamite Shire. Here’s the line up of our 5 films in 5 days – we hope to see you at them all! OPENING NIGHT: LISMORE Wednesday 6 August 7.00pm Lismore Health – Grimwade Room, High St, Lismore. Entry by gold coin donation (includes light supper). Doors open 6.30pm. RSVP and Bookings: Aurelie 0439 176 556.  Conclave USA / UK (PG) 2024. Drama. Running Time: 2hr In the 2024 political thriller Conclave, directed by Edward Berger and based on Robert Harris’s novel, Cardinal Thomas Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with overseeing the secretive papal conclave following the sudden death of the Pope. As the College of Cardinals gathers within the Vatican to elect a new pontiff, Lawrence uncovers a web of political intrigue, personal ambitions, and hidden scandals among the leading candidates. Amidst the sacred rituals, he grapples with his own doubts and the weight of tradition versus progress. The film delves into the complexities of faith, power, and the human flaws within the Church’s highest ranks.

ONE OF THE TOP FILMS OF ALL TIME: CAMPERDOWN Thursday 7 August 7.30pm Killara Centre, 210-212 Manifold Street, Camperdown.  Admission $10 with supper, tickets at the door North by Northwest USA 1959 (G) Drama 2hr 16min A suspenseful thriller directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Cary Grant as Roger Thornhill, a New York advertising executive mistaken for a federal agent. Framed for murder and pursued across the country by foreign spies, Thornhill is thrust into a whirlwind of danger and deception. Along the way, he encounters the mysterious Eve Kendall (Eva Marie Saint), whose loyalties are uncertain. As he races from New York to Mount Rushmore, Thornhill must uncover the truth and clear his name. Blending romance, intrigue, and iconic set pieces, the film is a classic example of Hitchcock’s masterful storytelling.

WITH ALDERWOOD MANOR: COBDEN Friday 8 August 7.00pm. Alderwood Manor, 56 Curdie Street, Cobden. Doors open 6.30pm. $15 entry with drinks available at bar prices. www.trybooking.com/DDOVR Top Gun – Maverick USA 2022 Action (M) 2hr 10min Tom Cruise as, Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell returns to the Navy’s elite fighter pilot school, more than 30 years after his first tour. Tasked with training a new generation of Top Gun graduates for a high-risk mission, Maverick confronts his past while guiding the daring pilots, including Bradley “Rooster” Bradshaw, the son of his late best friend Goose. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Maverick must prove that he’s still capable of pushing the limits in the sky. Packed with breathtaking aerial stunts and emotional depth, the film blends legacy and innovation in a thrilling ride.

ST KILDA FILM FESTIVAL Saturday 9 August 7.30pm. Killara Centre, 210-212 Manifold Street, Camperdown. Admission $15 with supper, tickets at the door.  Australia’s Top Short Films: Award Winners & Director’s Choice The St Kilda Film Festival is Australia’s longest running short film festival. Don’t miss this special encore presentation of Australia’s Top Short Films, selected from the festival’s biggest ever program. Enjoy a curated screening featuring a selection of Australia’s Top Short Films presented across two sessions: Award Winners and Director’s Choice (with a short intermission between sessions).  Australia 2025 (not yet classified) 2hr 40min + intermission

FINALE MATINEE: SKIPTON Sunday 10 August 2.00pm.  Entry $10 (with afternoon tea). Tickets at the door. Moonrise Kingdom USA 2012 (PG) Comedy/Drama 1hr 34min Set on the fictional New England island of New Penzance in 1965, twelve-year-olds Sam, an orphaned Khaki Scout, and Suzy, a disenchanted girl from a troubled family, fall in love and run away together into the wilderness. Their disappearance prompts a frantic search by the island’s eccentric adults, including Scoutmaster Ward (Edward Norton), local police Captain Sharp (Bruce Willis), and Suzy’s parents (Bill Murray and Frances McDormand). As a storm approaches, the children’s adventure challenges the rigid structures of the adult world, blending whimsy and poignancy in a tale of youthful rebellion and first love.

In collaboration with Camperdown’s Robert Burns Celtic Festival. Fisherman’s Friends (2): One and All, screens on Thursday 26th June at 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

Get ready to set sail again with the real-life Cornish shanty crew behind the beloved global hit Fisherman’s Friends! This time, the story continues with the world’s oldest buoy band as they ride the wild wave of fame following their debut album — and prepare for the biggest challenge of their lives: the dreaded second album syndrome.

Directed by Nick Moorcroft and Meg Leonard (who co-wrote the screenplay with Piers Ashworth), the sequel dives deep into themes of friendship, family, and staying true to yourself when the tide turns

Fisherman’s Friends: One and All screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 26 June 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

Genre: Comedy‑Drama / Music · Runtime: 112 min · UK Release: November 2022.

$10 entry. The entry fee includes supper after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please visit http://www.camperdownburnsfestival.com.au or send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com or info@camperdownburnsfestival.com.au

Our next film, Audrey Napanangka, screens on Thursday 3rd July at 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

Audrey Napanangka is a documentary film that follows the life of Warlpiri woman Audrey Napanangka and her large, blended Aboriginal family in the Central Desert of Australia. The film explores the intersection of traditional culture and contemporary challenges, highlighting Audrey’s role as a healer, elder, and guardian of her community’s wisdom. Through intimate, observational storytelling, the documentary captures moments of resilience, cultural preservation, and familial love. It paints a powerful portrait of Indigenous identity and intergenerational knowledge in the face of ongoing social and political adversity, offering a unique and deeply personal insight into life in remote Aboriginal Australia.

AUDREY NAPANANGKA screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 3 July 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown. Running time 1hr 24 mins. Australian. 2022. Documentary. Rated PG.

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Our next film, Beau Travail, screens on Thursday 5th June at 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

“Beau Travail” (1999) is a critically acclaimed film directed by Claire Denis. The film is loosely based on Herman Melville’s novella “Billy Budd, Sailor.” Set in the Djibouti desert, it follows a French Foreign Legion regiment’s rigorous training and daily life. The story centers around Galoup (Denis Lavant), a seasoned sergeant struggling with jealousy and loyalty, as he observes the arrival of a new recruit, Sentain (Grégoire Colin), who garners the commander’s admiration. Tensions rise, leading to a tragic confrontation. The film explores themes of masculinity, colonialism, and repressed desire through stunning visuals and minimal dialogue.

BEAU TRAVAIL screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 5 June 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown.
Running time 1hr 32min. French. 1999. Rated MA. Drama.

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Our next film, Asteroid City, screens on Thursday 1^st May at 7.30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

Wes Andersons “Asteroid City”(2023) is a romantic comedy-drama.  The film is set in a fictional American desert town in the 1950s, where a group of eccentric residents and visitors gather for a Junior Stargazer convention. As the story unfolds, a series of interconnected vignettes explore the complexities of love, relationships, and identity. The ensemble cast includes Jason Schwartzman, Scarlett Johansson, Tom Hanks, Margot Robbie, and Edward Norton, among others. With its unique visual style and quirky humour, “Asteroid City” is a whimsical exploration of human connection and the mysteries of the universe.

ASTEROID CITY screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 1 May 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown.
1hr 45min. U.S. 2023 Rated M. Sci-fi/Comedy.

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Thursday 3rd April 2025 – 7:30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

‘Blancanieves’ is a Spanish term that translates as Snow White, which we know as the traditional German folk tale first published by the Brothers Grimm in 1812. Blancanieves, the award-winning film, is based on the original tale but follows a parallel narrative set in 1920s Spain. Pablo Berger, who directed the film, spent years putting it together. His intention was to create a tribute to silent film, and to demonstrate how powerful silent film can be, even today. The film is a mesmerizing and poignant retelling of Snow White, exploring themes of love, identity, and empowerment.

BLANCANIEVES – SPAIN – 2012 (M) 1hr44min

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com

Thursday 6th March 2025 – 7:30pm @ Killara Centre, Camperdown

“The Babadook” (2014) is a psychological horror film directed by Jennifer Kent. The story follows Amelia (Essie Davis), a widowed mother still grieving the death of her husband. Her son, Samuel (Noah Wiseman), is a troubled child who is haunted by monsters. After reading a disturbing children’s book, “The Babadook”, Samuel becomes convinced that the monster is real and invading their home. As the Babadook’s presence intensifies, Amelia’s sanity unravels, and she is forced to confront her own dark emotions and the trauma of her past.

The film explores themes of grief, motherhood, and mental illness.

THE BABADOOK screens at 7.30pm on Thursday 6 March 2025 in the Killara Centre, Camperdown.
Australian. Rated M. 1hr 43min. Horror/Mystery. English language.

$10 entry for guests or $30 for a 3 x film membership subscription. The entry fee includes supper and refreshments after the screening. No bookings required, just arrive before 7.30pm at the Killara Centre, Camperdown.

For more information, please send an email to thursdaypictures@gmail.com