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27/06/2026
What if everything you thought about evolution was challenged? 🧬
Dive into scientific debate and discovery with a free documentary screening at the NFSA in Acton.
The documentary, Ted’s Evolution, follows Australian scientist Ted Steele as he challenges established ideas about how traits are passed between generations—sparking global curiosity and controversy.
Screening at 11am every Sunday this Winter, this thought-provoking film explores the courage it takes to question scientific convention.
Drop-In Docos screen every weekend, with sessions starting at 11 am, 12.30 pm and 2 pm. Drop in as you please – entry is free and no bookings are required.
View the full program:
https://bit.ly/4fE4ZE1
WARNING: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander viewers are advised that this video and post contain names, images and audio of deceased persons.
At one point in history, the world’s greatest tightrope artist, dubbed the ‘The Wizard of the Wire’, was an Aussie from Lismore.
Discover the story of Con Colleano in our NAIDOC Week screening of The Colleano Heart on 5 July. This special event includes a Q&A with filmmaker and NFSA Head of First Nations Engagement Pauline Clague.
From 1925 to the late 1930s, Colleano was headliner at the largest travelling circus in America, the Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey Circus, which served as inspiration behind ‘The Greatest Showman’. Colleano wowed audiences with dazzling somersaults and his charming Spanish toreador persona (in reality, Colleano had Aboriginal, Irish and West Indian roots).
A rare collection of home videos, digitally preserved by the NFSA, captures the man behind the showman. In this clip, Colleano casually shows off his toreador skills and cosies up to his wife, vaudeville soubrette Winnie. Fellow circus folk and family members flock in front of the camera and strike a pose. Playful intimacies are captured by celluloid, revealing the down-to-earth camaraderie of circus life, which may be surprising from these larger-than-life performers.
Don't miss this one-off special event, presented by NITV.
Get your tickets: https://bit.ly/4xOEget
NFSA ID: 1291895
Year: 1928
20/06/2026
Seven stories. One powerful snapshot of Australian women. 💪
Celebrate women’s achievements across history, culture and everyday life with a free documentary screening at the NFSA in Acton.
Women 88 is a series of bold short films created for Australia’s Bicentenary, showcasing the diverse contributions of women—from science and activism to creativity and community life.
Screening at 2pm every Saturday this Winter, this inspiring collection highlights voices and stories that continue to resonate today.
Drop-In Docos screen every weekend, with sessions starting at 11 am, 12.30 pm and 2 pm. Drop in as you please – entry is free and no bookings are required.
View the full program:
https://bit.ly/4fE4ZE1
19/05/2026
Enjoy a movie or three at the NFSA in Canberra this Winter!
Tickets are now available for our Winter Film Series.
Settle in for stories that move across time and space—from playful twisty timelines to journeys beyond our everyday world. Our Winter program at Arc Cinema blends beloved classics with contemporary favourites. Stretching across eras and genres, there is something for everyone, all season long.
Warm up with movie marathons and Friday night double features
Find your community with our brand new series, Q***r Flicks
Enjoy fan favourite series, including Cult Classics, Science. Art. Film., and Book Club at NFSA
See what’s on: https://www.nfsa.gov.au/whats-on/winter-26-film-series?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=social_meta&utm_campaign=acton_winter2026
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