Foreign Film Nights Melbourne

September Big Poker Night

This is a chance to meet some peeps, hang out, chat, eat some snacks and maybe play some poker. Don't worry if you don't know how to play. We are happy to teach you. There's no charge and we don't use real money, but we do have prizes for first at each table. Snacks and cool drinks are provided. This is an alcohol free event. Please register if possible, but if event seems full, join the waitlist and we will know you're coming. (Meetup limits attendance to 10, but we can take many more.)

The Italian Film Festival Sesh: Luchino Visconti's 'Bellissima' 🇮🇹❤️📽

Ciao a tutti! We'll be checking out Luchino Visconti's film, 'Bellissima', at Astor Theatre, as part of the Italian Film Festival. ❤️ 🇮🇹 We'll meet at the couches opposite the candy bar at Astor on Sunday the 30/9, at 6:45pm. The film will start at 7:00pm. (Look out for the guy with the Mohawk-y haircut!) Please visit Astor's website for ticket purchasing information: https://www.astortheatre.net.au/sessions/2026-09-30-1900 Looking forward to seeing you all then. Grazie molto!

Wednesday International Friends & Games Night 🎲🌎 | Melbourne Social

🎮🌍 WEDNESDAY INTERNATIONAL GAMES NIGHT @ KICKS! 🌍🎮 Your midweek night out just got better! 🔥 Come meet people from around the world, make new friends, play games and enjoy an easy-going international social night in the heart of Melbourne. ✨ WHAT’S HAPPENING? 🎯 Fun mingling missions on arrival 🎟️ Raffle & matching challenges 🎮 Social games throughout the night 🌎 Meet locals, travellers & internationals 😂 Plenty of laughs, conversations & new connections 🍻 Stay, mingle and enjoy Kicks until late! 📍 Kicks, Melbourne CBD 📅 Every Wednesday ⏰ 6PM – LATE 💥 ENTRY IS SIMPLE: 🍔🍺 Buy anything from the bar — food or drink OR 🎟️ Pay just $4 entry Your entry gives you access to the Lingos social activities and games for the night. No need to arrive with friends — the whole point is to make some! 🙌🌍 Come early, grab your mission, meet your first few people and let the night take care of the rest. 🔥 Wednesday = Games + Drinks + New Friends + International Vibes 🌎🎮🍻 See you at Kicks! 🦉

Women & Gender Diverse Filmmakers/Actors Networking Night

Calling all \*\*female-identifying, non-binary and gender diverse \*\* filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts! Join us at **6pm** **Monday Oct 5th (the first Monday of every month)** at the Motley Bauhaus (NEW LOCATION) for a chance to build relationships in the film community. This event is an expansion of the very successful **Movie Mutuals Wednesday Night Networking group** which has grown remarkably, with a weekly turnout of over 50 participants, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favourite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded women, non-binary and gender diverse people, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance. You will become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. **What to Expect:** *There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Beyond this networking event, we also host weekly Wednesday night meetups, exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

Queen Budapest @ IMAX Museum & Dinner @ St Andrew's Hotel (both optional)

Meeting of the Beginners

Meet up of the Beginners Indie Film-makers. Let's keep the film rolling. No pressure! Just enthusiastic people getting together to share an interest in making films. We'll meet, share our ideas and inspirations. Who knows we may spawn a collaboration or project straight out of the gate! Maybe even shoot something, let's see. There is no cost to come along, all welcome and the location is nice and neutral and accessible for a first meet. See you there!

🌍 WORLD MIX – International Social Party

🌍 SATURDAY INTERNATIONAL MIXING FIESTA 🎉 One big international Saturday. Every two weeks. Forget standing around wondering who to talk to. This night is built to get everyone mixing, laughing and meeting people from around the world! 🌎🔥 🎯 FIND THE PERSON – QUICK MISSIONS When you arrive, get your secret missions and start exploring the room. Find the people who match your clues, complete your challenges and make new connections along the way. 🎟️ FIND YOUR RAFFLE MATCH You’ll receive a matching raffle ticket — somewhere in the party, another person has your match. Find them! 👀 You might meet your new best friend… or at least someone to party with! 😂 🎵 PLAY YOUR CULTURE TO THE WORLD What song represents your country or culture? 🇧🇷🇨🇴🇯🇵🇰🇷🇫🇷🇮🇹🇦🇺🇲🇽🇪🇸 Request it and let the whole room hear it! Expect an international mix of Latin, European, Asian, African, Middle Eastern and global party music. 💃 MIX • PLAY • DANCE • CONNECT Come alone or bring friends — the whole idea is to leave knowing more people than you arrived with. 🌍 Different countries. Different cultures. One international community. Lingos Global — bringing people together. 🦉🌎 🔥 FORTNIGHTLY SATURDAYS — make this your international weekend! Event is 10$ entry at the door. But if you attend previous events . You can get the free tickets we give away at the other events .

50+ Filmmakers/Actors Gather Every Wednesday - Join Us!

Join us every **Wednesday at 5 PM** at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) for a dynamic networking event tailored for filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts. Afterward, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Understanding that schedules vary, feel free to join at any time that suits you. Rain or shine, our community has gathered every week for the past year, maintaining a consistent and welcoming environment. Our group has grown remarkably, with a **weekly turnout of over 50 participants**, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Feel free to bring friends interested in filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favorite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded individuals, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. At **7 PM**, we move to 'Champagne Problems', a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. **What to Expect:** *Our Wednesday meetup is primarily a large networking event for industry professionals. There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Conversations flow freely around the table, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie. Beyond Wednesdays, we also host exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more. Each week brings fresh dialogues—some participants discuss their weekend shoots, others exchange insights with seasoned producers and directors, and a few engage in filmmaking exercises. It’s a space designed for creative engagement without strict structure or formal oversight.* \*Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

See Queen on the big Screen

Comedy Social @ Comedy Therapy | Meet People & Have a Laugh

Come along for a relaxed comedy night and meet some new people along the way. Comedy Therapy is an interactive show where comedians respond to anonymous audience problems. You can join in if you like, or simply sit back and enjoy the show. We'll meet at Miranda Tequila Bar for a casual catch-up and watch the show together. New faces are welcome, and drinks are optional. Look for the Meetup group when you arrive. Entry is $2. Everyone needs to book their own ticket independently through Humanitix: https://events.humanitix.com/comedy-therapy Please note: We're meeting as a social group, but we're not affiliated with Comedy Therapy, Humanitix or Miranda Tequila Bar. The show and venue are independently organised and operated. Everyone attends and participates at their own discretion.

Comedy Social

Come along for a casual social night at Comedy Therapy — a comedy show where audience members anonymously submit their problems for comedians to tackle. Every Wednesday at 8:00 pm. Miranda Tequila Bar, 313 Flinders Lane, Melbourne $2 entry Come along, meet some people and have a laugh. Everyone books their own ticket separately through the event organiser. Buy your ticket here: Come along for a casual social night at Comedy Therapy — a comedy show where audience members anonymously submit their problems for comedians to tackle. Buy your ticket here: [https://events.humanitix.com/comedy-therapy?dateId=6a575526bd266af6e180af48](https://events.humanitix.com/comedy-therapy?dateId=6a575526bd266af6e180af48) Disclaimer: We’re not affiliated with Comedy Therapy, Humanitix or Miranda Tequila Bar. Everyone attends independently and is responsible for booking their own tickets and safety.

Victorian Seniors Festival Launch and ACMI Movies